Question

Match the types of supporting evidence to the examples. fact anecdote expert opinion emotional appeal Sarah's outcome illustrates what can happen when children are left alone too long. arrowRight Dr. Malfoy says physical therapy is helpful for a sprain. arrowRight Austin has a 21.9-minute average commute time. arrowRight We pledge to never stop striving to pluck these vulnerable animals from the jaws of danger. arrowRight

Answer 1

First example: anecdote. The example suggests a narration, particularly through the words "outcome; left alone; etc". The situation also shows that either what preceeds or follows is a experience, that is an action.

Second opinion: expert opinion. This kind of supporting evidence is usually given by professionals, in this case a doctor. The word 'helpful' suggests it is an opinion rather than a fact.

Third example: fact. The use of the present simple tense and the fact that the information is specific shows that it is a fact.

Fourth example: emotional appeal. This kind of supporting evidence uses a variety of words full of emotion. In this example, emotional words include "pledge; striving; and vulnerable". The example appeals to emotions, which is the purpose of this type of evidence.