Claims, Evidence, and Reasoning Worksheet
A Grade 7 ELA worksheet focusing on identifying and constructing claims, supporting them with evidence, and explaining the reasoning.
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Read each question carefully and provide thoughtful answers. This worksheet will help you understand and practice identifying claims, evidence, and reasoning in various texts.
Read the following passage and answer the questions that follow:
Many studies suggest that getting enough sleep is crucial for academic success. For instance, a research paper published in the journal 'Sleep' found that students who consistently slept 8-9 hours per night performed significantly better on tests and had higher GPAs than those who slept less. This is likely because sleep allows the brain to consolidate memories and process information learned during the day. Without adequate sleep, students may struggle with focus, memory retention, and problem-solving, all of which are essential for learning.
1. What is the main claim made in the passage?
Students should study more to improve grades.
Getting enough sleep is important for academic success.
The journal 'Sleep' publishes research papers.
The brain consolidates memories during the day.
2. The passage uses data from a research paper in the journal 'Sleep' as to support its claim.
3. The explanation that "sleep allows the brain to consolidate memories and process information" serves as the for why sleep is crucial for academic success.
4. The passage claims that students who sleep less than 8 hours per night often have higher GPAs.
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False
5. Identify one piece of evidence from the passage that supports the claim about sleep and academic success.
6. Think about a school rule or policy (e.g., cell phone usage, homework policy, dress code). Write a short paragraph arguing whether the rule is fair or unfair. Make a clear claim, support it with at least two pieces of evidence (you can make up realistic evidence), and explain your reasoning.