5 33 reasons evidence and claims grade 5 worksheet Worksheet

Researchers and leaders at Willow Falls Nature Center studied Sponsored content media literacy. An article claims that readers should look for signs of sponsored content to judge information fairly. One reason is that if an ad looks like a news story, people may trust it too quickly. In a survey of 90 students, 57% said they could spot “Sponsored” labels after a short lesson. In an activity, students found that one ‘article’ praising a product was paid for by the company. The article also says that sponsored content is not always false, but it has a purpose. It explains that sponsors want to sell something, so they may choose only positive facts. The lesson used screenshots of web pages. The author admits labels can be small or hidden, so readers must look carefully. The author includes evidence and also explains limits of that evidence.

Researchers and leaders at Willow Prairie Community Center studied Bike lanes and safety. A city report claims that protected bike lanes can reduce crashes for cyclists. One reason is that physical barriers separate bikes from cars and lower the chance of contact. In a survey of 140 cyclists, 54% said they felt safer using the protected lane than the old painted lane. Crash records showed fewer bike-car collisions on the street after the barrier was installed. The report also mentions worries about traffic flow for cars. During the first week, drivers reported slower turns at one corner, but no long delays were measured. The barrier was made of flexible posts. The report admits that safer feelings are not the same as crash data, so both are considered. The writer supports claims while noting that more information may still be needed.

Researchers and leaders at Willow Harbor Elementary School studied Voting age debate (history). A text argues that changing the voting age has been debated when young people were affected by national decisions. One reason is that people often argue for voting rights when responsibilities are expected of a group. In a survey of 70 students, 55% said they could explain why some wanted a lower voting age during wartime. The passage describes arguments that if 18-year-olds could serve, they should have a say in leaders. The text also notes arguments against changing the age. It says some believed more civic education was needed first. The passage includes a quote from a newspaper. The author warns that opinions in one era do not always match another era’s needs. The author includes evidence and also explains limits of that evidence.