Question

the case fo
an
authors
why recess
matters
name: gregory baldwin iii
authors claim
evidence & reasoning
every school day, students look forward to recess. its the time when they can run, laugh,
and take a break from long hours of sitting in class. some people think recess isnt
important, but research and experience show that recess is a key part of learning.
schools should make sure all students have recess every day.
first, recess helps students focus better in class. after moving their bodies and using their
energy, students return ready to pay attention and think clearly. teachers often notice
fewer behavior problems and more participation after recess.
second, recess supports both physical and mental health. children need exercise to stay
strong and healthy, and being outside helps lower stress. even a short break can lift
moods and boost confidence. students who feel happy and calm learn more easily.
finally, recess builds important life skills. games on the playground teach teamwork,
problem - solving, and fairness. these lessons cant always be learned from a book.
recess is more than a break; its part of a balanced education. when schools protect this
time, they show that they care about the whole child, not just test scores.

1. what is the authors main claim?

a. recess should be shorter.
b. students should have recess every day.
c. teachers dont like recess.

1. which sentence best supports the authors

claim?
a. \teachers often notice fewer behavior
problems and more participation after
recess.\
b.
ecess can make students tired.\
c. \some people think recess isnt
important.\

1. what reasoning does the author give to

explain why recess helps students learn?
a. it gives them time to rest and return more
focused.
b. it lets them avoid schoolwork.
c. it gives teachers a break.

1. which paragraph gives evidence about

how recess helps students health?
a. first paragraph
b. second paragraph
c. third paragraph
(c - e - r response): do you agree with the authors claim? explain using evidence from the
passage and your own reasoning.
claim
the authors claim is based on why recess matters.
evidence

reasoning

Explanation:

1. For question 1: The author explicitly states "Schools should make sure all students have recess every day" as the core claim.
2. For question 2: The sentence about teachers noticing better behavior and participation after recess directly supports the claim that recess aids learning, which backs the main claim.
3. For question 3: The author explains recess lets students expend energy, return focused, which helps them learn.
4. For question 4: The second paragraph focuses on recess supporting physical and mental health.
5. For the C-E-R Response: The claim aligns with the author's stance, evidence is pulled from the passage's key points, and reasoning connects the evidence to the claim.

Answer:

1. b. Students should have recess every day.
2. a. "Teachers often notice fewer behavior problems and more participation after recess."
3. a. It gives them time to rest and return more focused.
4. b. Second paragraph

5.
Claim: I agree with the author's claim that all students should have recess every day.
Evidence: 1) Recess helps students focus better in class, with fewer behavior problems and more participation afterward. 2) Recess supports physical and mental health by providing exercise, lowering stress, and boosting mood/confidence. 3) Recess builds life skills like teamwork, problem-solving, and fairness.
Reasoning: The evidence shows recess benefits students' academic performance, overall well-being, and social development. A balanced education needs to address all these areas, so daily recess is a necessary part of supporting the whole child.