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8.45 Detect bias & practice lateral reading Worksheet

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Detect bias & practice lateral reading - Identify language and source cues that signal bias; use lateral reading moves (open new tabs, check about pages, corroborate) in scenario‑based items. (CCSS W.8.8; RI.8.6; TEKS 8.12(H), 8.9(A); FL ELA.8.C.4.1; NY 8R6)

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Problem 1Difficulty: Mastery

A press release announces, “Most students support mandatory volunteer hours.” It cites a survey but does not include the full questions. Later you find one question from the survey: “Do you support a program that helps our community and builds student character by requiring volunteer hours?”

What is the strongest reason to question the survey result?

AThe survey uses the word “student.”

BThe press release used a percentage.

CThe survey question is leading because it describes the program in a positive way, which can push people toward ‘yes.’

DVolunteer hours are a common topic.

Solution & Explanation:Leading questions can bias results by framing one answer as the ‘good’ choice. To evaluate the claim, you would need the full survey wording, sampling method, and results—then corroborate with independent sources.

Problem 2Difficulty: Mastery

An editorial about banning phones in class asks, “Do we really want our kids trapped in screens like zombies?” It follows with a personal story but does not cite classroom data or studies.

Which writing technique is the editorial using to influence readers more than inform them?

AA rhetorical question with an emotional comparison (“like zombies”) to create fear or disgust.

BA neutral definition of key terms.

CA step-by-step explanation of research methods.

DA list of citations to multiple studies.

Solution & Explanation:Rhetorical questions and emotional comparisons are persuasive techniques. They shape feelings without providing evidence, which is a cue to look for data and corroboration elsewhere.

Problem 3Difficulty: Mastery

A story about teen nutrition quotes four ‘experts.’ You can click each name to read a short bio. Expert 1: “Wellness Coach,” sells supplements. Expert 2: Registered dietitian who works at a children’s hospital and cites research. Expert 3: Influencer with a fitness channel. Expert 4: Company spokesperson for a snack brand.

Which expert is most likely to provide the most credible information for this topic?

AExpert 1, because they sell wellness products.

BExpert 2, because their qualifications match the topic and they rely on research rather than sales.

CExpert 3, because they have many followers.

DExpert 4, because they represent a brand.

Solution & Explanation:Relevant credentials and independence matter. A registered dietitian at a children’s hospital is trained in nutrition and is less likely to have a direct sales incentive than a supplement seller or company spokesperson.

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