Evaluate Speaker's Argument and Evidence Practice Test

At a student council meeting, Maya argues: “Our school should start 30 minutes later next year.” She gives these reasons and evidence: (1) Teens need more sleep; she cites the American Academy of Pediatrics recommendation that middle and high schools start no earlier than 8:30 a.m. (2) She says a nearby district moved its start time from 7:45 to 8:30 and reported fewer first-period tardies and better attendance the next semester. (3) She adds that later start times can reduce car crashes involving teen drivers; she references a study summary from the CDC about reduced crash rates after start-time delays. Based on Maya’s reasoning and evidence, which evaluation is most accurate?

In science club, Priya argues: “Our school should install more water bottle filling stations.” Reasons/evidence: (1) “It will reduce plastic waste.” Evidence: Priya says, “I think plastic bottles are bad for the planet.” (2) “It will save students money.” Evidence: “My friend bought three water bottles last week.” (3) “Other schools do it.” Evidence: “I saw a video where a school had one.” Which revision would best strengthen Priya’s argument?