Paragraphs: Evidence, Commentary & Coherence — Drills · Grade 7 English
Chapter: Argument, Counterclaims & RevisionWhat these drills covers
By the end of Paragraphs: Evidence, Commentary & Coherence you should be able to:
- I can use the skills in Paragraphs: Evidence, Commentary & Coherence with a relevant detail or sentence.
- I can explain the relationship, test a misleading claim, and revise independently.
4 questions, written answer, each with a worked explanation.
Vocabulary used: coherence, transition, evidence, qualification, revision.
Problem 1
Answer and explanation
A clear relationship among parts of a text that helps a reader follow its meaning. A paragraph develops one main function within a larger response. A topic sentence may state a claim, introduce a contrast, or explain a step. Decide what the reader should understand by the end before adding supporting sentences.
Use the model to discuss reasoning after an independent attempt. A different accurate supported response can be correct; written work needs human marking.
Problem 2
Answer and explanation
Leila increasingly treats a flaw as a reason to revise rather than hide her work. In paragraph 7 she wants to put away the unreadable card but moves it nearer the door instead. The contrast between her impulse and action shows a changed response to embarrassment. The table detail can be omitted unless the paragraph explains its relationship to that claim.
Use the model to discuss reasoning after an independent attempt. A different accurate supported response can be correct; written work needs human marking.
Problem 3
Answer and explanation
This claim is misleading. Commentary connects evidence to the paragraph’s claim. Explain why an action, wording choice, or source limitation matters. “This is important” does not identify the relationship. A useful explanation may distinguish what the evidence establishes from what it cannot show. Leila increasingly treats a flaw as a reason to revise rather than hide her work. In paragraph 7 she wants to put away the unreadable card but moves it nearer the door instead. The contrast between her impulse and action shows a changed response to embarrassment. The table detail can be omitted unless the paragraph explains its relationship to that claim.
Use the model to discuss reasoning after an independent attempt. A different accurate supported response can be correct; written work needs human marking.
Problem 4
Answer and explanation
No. The sentences must develop a shared point with accurate evidence and explained relationships. The appropriate length depends on the task and evidence.
Use the model to discuss reasoning after an independent attempt. A different accurate supported response can be correct; written work needs human marking.