NJSLA emphasizes the use of textual evidence when writing argumentative and informational/explanatory essays. On the Research Simulation Task (RST), students are expected to draw evidence exclusively from the texts. This lesson instructs students on how to use textual evidence to support their reasons.
Grade 8 RST Writing, Lesson 4: Selecting Textual Evidence to Support Reasons
Grade 8 RST Writing, Lesson 4: Selecting Textual Evidence to Support Reasons