SAT Reading & Writing: Information and Ideas
Which of the following is an example of an explicit statement used as evidence?
The author implies that the economy is improving.
The study suggests a possible correlation.
The author states, 'The data clearly shows a 10% increase.'
It can be inferred that the results are significant.
A passage discusses the impact of climate change on coastal communities. To support the claim that rising sea levels pose a significant threat, which evidence would require synthesizing information from different parts of the passage?
A direct quote from a climate scientist stating the sea level is rising.
A graph showing the average sea level rise over the past century.
Combining data on coastal erosion rates from one section with projected population displacement figures from another section.
A map illustrating the areas most vulnerable to flooding.
In the context of evaluating evidence, what does 'relevance' primarily refer to?
How recent the evidence is.
How widely accepted the evidence is.
How closely the evidence relates to the claim it supports.
How detailed and specific the evidence is.
In the context of strong evidence, what does 'specificity' refer to?
How broadly applicable the evidence is.
How detailed and focused the evidence is.
How widely known the evidence is.
How recent the evidence is.
A historian claims that a particular battle was a turning point in a war. Which missing information would serve as the STRONGEST evidence to refute this claim?
Details about the weather conditions during the battle.
Testimonies from soldiers who fought in the battle.
Evidence showing that the opposing side continued to gain territory and win subsequent battles after this particular battle.
A biography of the general who led the victorious army.
Which of the following best describes 'implied meaning' as a source of evidence?
Direct quotations from the author.
Facts and statistics presented in the text.
The underlying tone, language, and rhetorical devices used by the author.
Specific details and examples used to support a claim.
A passage argues that renewable energy sources are becoming more cost-effective. Which sentence provides an example of a 'fact' used as evidence?
Many people believe that solar power is the future.
Some experts claim that wind energy is unreliable.
Solar panel prices have decreased by 50% in the last decade.
It is generally accepted that renewable energy is good for the environment.

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To evaluate the strength of evidence supporting the claim that a new policy is effective, why is understanding the author's purpose important?
It helps determine if the author is biased.
It helps identify the sources of the author's information.
It helps assess whether the evidence aligns with the author's overall argument and intended message.
It helps understand the historical context of the policy.
Which of the following options presents the strongest evidence to support the claim that a particular advertising campaign was unsuccessful?
A statement from the company's CEO expressing disappointment.
An online poll showing mixed reactions to the campaign.
Data showing a decrease in sales during the campaign period, coupled with negative customer feedback.
A competitor's advertising campaign that was highly successful.
Which of the following best defines 'statistics' as a type of evidence?
Personal opinions or beliefs.
Numerical data used to support a claim.
Direct quotes from experts.
Examples of specific events or incidents.