Skill 5 of 5 · Reading for Meaning in Social StudiesClose
Claims and evidence in social studies
Evaluate whether evidence supports a claim and compare differing information across sources.
Strong evidence is relevant, credible, and sufficient.
When sources differ, examine their dates, perspectives, and supporting evidence.
Question 1 of 4
Claim: Westward expansion benefited all Native nations. Evidence: Federal records document numerous forced removals and the loss of treaty lands during the same period.