4 Cell phones also allow students access to important public announcements and alerts. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) have developed Wireless Emergency Alerts. These are text messages that will warn the public about severe weather events, possible floods, or other local and national emergencies (FCC, n.d.). Having access to cell phones in schools can be the key to keeping students safe. Which statement from paragraph 4 is an example of evidentiary support? a. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) have developed Wireless Emergency Alerts. b. Having access to cell phones in schools can be the key to keeping students safe. c. Cell phones also allow students access to important public announcements and alerts. d. These are text messages that will warn the public about severe weather events, possible floods, or other local and national emergencies.

4 Cell phones also allow students access to important public announcements and alerts. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) have developed Wireless Emergency Alerts. These are text messages that will warn the public about severe weather events, possible floods, or other local and national emergencies (FCC, n.d.). Having access to cell phones in schools can be the key to keeping students safe. Read this claim from paragraph 4 of the passage: Cell phones also allow students access to important public announcements and alerts. Which type of evidence does the author use to support this claim? a. Facts and statistics b. Expert opinion c. Anecdotal evidence d. No evidence

Cell phones also allow students access to important public announcements and alerts. Which type of evidence does the author use to support this claim? a. Facts and statistics b. Expert opinion c. Anecdotal evidence d. No evidence

What is the connection the writer wishes to establish between a cell phone and itsbeing a life saver in case of an emergency? Rationalize your response in about 40words

Read this claim from paragraph 3 of the passage. This proliferation of cell phone use among teens can work to their benefit. It can help keep them safe. Which evidence would be the most credible to support the claim? a. According to a Department of Education survey, 70% of students who faced emergency situations reported using their cell phones to call their parents. b. Students can use cell phones to call their parents and to call 911 in emergencies. c. Across the country, many students use cell phones to call their parents and other adults when they need help. d. Based on student interviews, cell phones were used to call parents and arrange safe rides home during a 2011 blackout in a California school.

Cell phones are already enhancing some classroom experiences. Which type of evidence does the author use to support this claim? a. Anecdotal evidence b. No evidence c. Facts and statistics d. Expert opinion