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SAT Text evidence questions are answered by finding the passage claim and matching the correct option that supports that claim
Why Learn SAT Text Evidence?
It is good for ESL students to learn SAT text evidence because:
- Critical Thinking: Learn how to understand the primary claim of a text.
- Improved Logic: Learn how to make a claim and support it with evidence.
- Increase your Score: Evidence-based questions that require understanding a claim and supporting material is common in English exams like the SAT text.
What is SAT Text Evidence?
- claim– the author makes a claim in the passage
- evidence– the correct answer has direct evidence to support (agree with) the claim
SAT Text Evidence Simple Examples
Question 1
In Thailand, many people visit floating markets. These markets are on rivers, and sellers use boats to carry fruits, vegetables, and snacks. Tourists like taking photos and buying coconut pancakes.
The author mentions “coconut pancakes” to
A) explain why boats are important.
B) give an example of what tourists buy.
C) describe how sellers cook food.
D) show the history of floating markets.
Question 2
Thai farmers grow rice in flooded fields called paddies. This method needs a lot of water but helps the rice grow well. Some farmers now use machines, but many still use water buffaloes to plough the fields.
What does the author suggest about Thai rice farming?
A) Machines are replacing all traditional methods.
B) Water buffaloes are no longer used.
C) Both old and new farming methods exist.
D) Rice cannot grow without machines.
Question 3
Bangkok’s traffic is famous for being very crowded. To avoid long delays, many people use the BTS Skytrain. However, some areas still rely on buses and taxis, which can get stuck in traffic.
Which choice best describes why the BTS Skytrain is popular in Bangkok?
A) It is cheaper than buses.
B) It helps people avoid traffic jams.
C) It goes to every part of the city.
D) It is the oldest transport system.
Question 1,2 & 3 explained:
- 1 B) give an example of what tourists buy. The passage states that tourists enjoy buying snacks like coconut pancakes, so this is the correct answer.
- 2 C) Both old and new farming methods exist. The passage says some farmers use machines, but many still use water buffaloes, so this is the best answer.
- 3 B) It helps people avoid traffic jams. The passage says people use the Skytrain to avoid delays, so this is the correct inference.
Exercise 1 SAT Text Evidence for ESL Students
Find the claim in the text passage and match the support evidence in the options.
Try the original version first and the simplified version is also available for each question if you need it.
Exercise 2 SAT Text Evidence (Groups)
Find the claim in the text passage and match the support evidence in the options.
These are SAT-level questions and contain advanced vocabulary. Read the explanations first and then answer the 4 questions in groups.
Vocab
- aesthetic — related to beauty or appearance
- astrophysicists — scientists who study stars, planets, and space
- depictions — ways of showing or describing something
- detachment — feeling separate from something
- disputes — says something is not true or not right
- distinct phases — two separate stages or periods
- edging out — slowly forcing someone to leave or lose their place
- enhancing — making something better
- exhilarating — making you feel excited and happy
- fares forth — starts a journey
- foster — help something develop or grow
- gentrification — when a place becomes more expensive and poorer people are forced to leave
- merit — value or worth
- seclusion — being alone or away from other people
- subverts — changes or goes against the usual idea
SAT questions
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