Question

a student is writing an argument that offering more art and theater classes in schools would be good for students academically. which of the following is an example of evidence that the student should include when developing their claim? select the two correct answers. (1 point)students who take art and theater classes score an average of 35 points higher on the verbal sat test.art and theater classes are an integral part of most educational curricula outside of the united states.a recent poll showed that 93 percent of adults believe that schools should offer art and theater classes.experts agree that art and theater help students build self-confidence and learn many collaborative skills.science and math are not engaging, and most students think we need to focus on less boring subjects.

Explanation:

1. The first option provides concrete, quantifiable data linking art/theater classes to a higher academic performance metric (verbal SAT scores), directly supporting the claim about academic benefits.
2. The fourth option cites expert consensus on skills (self-confidence, collaboration) that contribute to overall academic success by enhancing student engagement and ability to work in academic settings.
3. The other options either reflect external curriculum norms, public opinion (not academic impact), or an unrelated negative claim about other subjects, which do not directly support the academic benefit claim.

Answer:

• Students who take art and theater classes score an average of 35 points higher on the verbal SAT test.
• Experts agree that art and theater help students build self-confidence and learn many collaborative skills.