Question

making a logical claim

imagine that you are writing an argument for mandatory year-round school nationwide. which claim is most effective and precise?

most students are against coming to school in the summer.
we have never had year-round school before, so it will not work.
more frequent breaks are beneficial for students and teachers alike.
i am against year-round school because i do not like it.

Explanation:

Analyze the prompt and target position

The prompt asks to identify the most effective and precise claim supporting an argument for mandatory year-round school nationwide.

Evaluate the options against the target position

• Option 1: "Most students are against coming to school in the summer." (Argues against, not for)
• Option 2: "We have never had year-round school before, so it will not work." (Argues against, not for)
• Option 3: "More frequent breaks are beneficial for students and teachers alike." (Argues for year-round school by highlighting a positive, logical benefit of its structure)
• Option 4: "I am against year-round school because I do not like it." (Argues against, not for, and is highly subjective)

Select the best option

Option 3 is the only claim that supports the proposed argument in a logical, positive, and precise manner.

Answer:

• (A) Most students are against coming to school in the summer.
• (B) We have never had year-round school before, so it will not work.
• (C) More frequent breaks are beneficial for students and teachers alike. (Correct answer)
• (D) I am against year-round school because I do not like it.