ELA21.4.24

English Language Arts (2021) Grade(s): 4

ELA21.4.24

Explain how an author uses reasons and evidence to support particular points and claims in an informational text or argument.

Unpacked Content

Knowledge

Students know:
  • Authors of informational texts or argumentative writings often include logical reasons and evidence to support their points or claims.

Skills

Students are able to:
  • Identify key points and claims in an informational text or argument.
  • Identify reasons and text evidence that supports the points or claims of an author.
  • Explain how the author used reasons and evidence to support their key points and claims.

Understanding

Students understand that:
  • Authors use logical reasoning and factual evidence to support their points and claims within informational texts or arguments.

Vocabulary

  • Reasons
  • Evidence
  • Points
  • Claims
  • Informational text
  • Argument

Aligned Learning Resources

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