4th Claims & Evidence Flashcard

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What is a claim?

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A statement that someone believes to be true.

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What is evidence?

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Proof the author gives to support their claim.

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What does it mean to support a claim?

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To provide reasons or evidence that make the claim believable.

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What is an example of a claim about pets?

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Cats make great companions.

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What is an example of evidence for the claim 'Dogs are good pets'?

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Dogs cheer you up when you come in from a hard day.

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What might be a claim about school?

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School helps us learn important skills.

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What is a reason someone might give to support the claim 'Volcanoes are dangerous'?

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Lava flows can destroy homes and hurt people.

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What is a counterclaim?

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A statement that opposes or disagrees with a claim.

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What is an example of a claim about childhood?

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Being a kid is the best.

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What evidence might support the claim 'Being a kid is the best'?

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Kids get to play and hang out with their friends way more than adults do.