Quote Detective — Evidence & Argument Game

A sleek, fast-reading game where learners solve “cases” by clicking the exact sentence that proves a statement. Grades 4–6 focus on text evidence and reasoning, while Grade 7 adds a Claims + Arguments mode for supporting a claim inside an argument. Instant feedback, no fluff — just sharp thinking.

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    Quote Detective 🕵️‍♀️

    Find the best evidence. Solve the case.

    Quote Detective Cover

    Choose a Grade / Mode

    Grades 4–6: Evidence Mode • Grade 7: Claims & Arguments

    Mode: —
    Grade: —
    Case: —

    Detective Cam

    Stay locked in. Evidence only.

    Detective GIF
    Statement
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    Quick clue
    Pick the sentence that proves the statement — not the one that only matches the vibe.

    Case File

    Click the sentence that best supports the statement.

    Statement: —
    MISSION COMPLETE

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    Case-Based Reading Practice for Grades 4–7

    Read a statement (or claim), then click the one sentence that actually proves it. Quote Detective trains students to stop guessing, stop “vibing,” and start using real evidence from the text. Perfect for centers, test prep, tutoring, RTI/MTSS, and independent practice.

    Keywords: text evidence game, quote evidence, reading comprehension, claims and arguments, citing evidence, inference practice, standards-aligned ELA, classroom center activity, test prep.

    Why it works

    • 🕵️‍♀️

      Evidence, not guessing

      Students must click the sentence that proves it — not one that “sounds related.”

    • ⚡

      Fast rounds, instant feedback

      Quick cases keep attention high and make practice feel like a mini-mission.

    • 🎯

      Two powerful modes

      Grades 4–6: Evidence Mode. Grade 7: Claims + Arguments for supporting a claim inside an argument.

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      Device-friendly

      Runs smoothly in modern browsers on iPad, Chromebook, Mac, and Windows.

    How to play

    1. 1 Choose a grade and a mode (Evidence or Claims + Arguments).
    2. 2 Read the statement/claim carefully.
    3. 3 Click the one sentence that proves it or supports it.
    4. 4 Solve the case, get instant feedback, and move to the next mission.

    Who it’s for

    Grades 4–7, including intervention and enrichment groups. Great for warm-ups, small groups, stations, tutoring, and independent practice.

    What you can target

    • Citing Text Evidence
    • Inference + Proving Thinking
    • Main Idea Support
    • Character/Author Reasoning (text-dependent)
    • Claims + Arguments (Grade 7)
    • Supporting Details vs. Distractors
    • Close Reading Habits

    Standards alignment

    Aligned to Common Core ELA for evidence-based reasoning in Reading Literature and Informational Text.

    • RL/RI.4–6.1 refer to details/examples in a text; cite textual evidence; support inferences
    • RI.7.8 trace and evaluate argument and claims; assess reasoning and evidence

    FAQ

    Is Quote Detective free?

    Yes — core play is free. (Optional: teachers can expand question sets over time.)

    What’s the difference between Evidence mode and Claims + Arguments?

    Evidence Mode (Grades 4–6) focuses on proving a statement with a direct sentence. Claims + Arguments (Grade 7) focuses on selecting support for a claim within an argument.

    Does it work on school devices?

    Yes — Chromebooks and iPads are supported in modern browsers.