CLAIMS AND EVIDENCE - IGSCSE GP GRADE 10

Which sentence BEST evaluates evidence? A) “The data proves the claim is correct.” B) “The data supports the claim, but it is limited to 2019 only.” C) “The data is interesting.” D) “I agree with the claim.”

Which option correctly matches a claim with suitable evidence? A) Claim: Nuclear power is safe Evidence: Many people support nuclear power B) Claim: Child poverty is increasing Evidence: FAO data showing rising food insecurity levels

Why is FAO data considered strong evidence? A) It is colourful B) It is easy to understand C) It comes from a trusted international organisation D) It supports all claims

Which of the following is evidence? A) “I believe nuclear power is safe.” B) “Many people think nuclear power is safe.” C) “FAO data shows global food imports were USD 1.4 trillion in 2019.” D) “Nuclear power should be used more.”

Claim: “Europe relies more on food imports than Africa.” Which evidence BEST supports this claim? A) Europe has more countries than Africa B) Europe imports USD 560,832 million while Africa imports USD 80,927 million

Which factor increases the reliability of evidence? A) Emotional language B) Large sample size and official source C) Personal experience D) Strong opinions

Which example uses evidence correctly? A) “Child poverty is increasing because I feel it is.” B) “Child poverty is increasing, according to FAO data showing rising food insecurity.” C) “Child poverty is increasing, and everyone agrees.”

Which type of evidence is MOST reliable? A) A friend’s opinion B) A social media post C) Data from the United Nations D) A personal experience

Which evidence would be MOST useful for comparing regions? A) Opinions B) Interviews C) Statistical tables by region D) Photographs

Which statement below is a claim, NOT evidence? A) “FAO data shows Europe imported USD 560,832 million worth of food.” B) “More men than women are injured in motor vehicle accidents.” C) “According to UN statistics, road deaths increased

Why does a claim need evidence? A) To make it longer B) To make it sound interesting C) To prove or support that it is true D) To include opinions

Which of the following is a claim? A) A table showing food imports in 2019 B) Child poverty is increasing globally. C) A graph from the FAO D)A list of countries

“More men than women are injured in motor vehicle accidents.” Which evidence BEST supports this claim? A) Many people believe men take more risks B) Global accident statistics showing men make up over 70% injuries C) Men drive more often