Authority: Evaluate the authority of the article.

Is the following thesis statement neutral, or does it take a side? By analyzing how social media impacts relationships, careers, and safety, we can see that its dangers far exceed its benefits to society.

Most cats __________ water. That’s a general fact about that kind of pet.

When Carl got home from work, his girlfriend _______ (make) dinner. It was almost ready to eat!

John Grisham _________ many books in his life, and he will probably write more.

Nick __________ in Florida since 1990. He still lives here.

Who was the most influential person in Trevor’s life?

Is the following thesis statement neutral, or does it take a side? In some of the most universal areas of life, we can see how social media can be used for great or for terrible purposes.

Relevance: Evaluate the relevance of the article.

Yesterday at 5 PM, Maria _______ (work) in her garden. Suddenly, she _______ (notice) some strange squeaking sounds coming from her shed. She _______ (look) more closely and  _______ (realize) it was a cat with kittens. The little kittens _______ (cry) for food. That was the sound that was coming from the shed.