Claims and Evidence

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What is a claim?

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A point the author is trying to prove with evidence.

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What is evidence?

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Facts or information that helps us figure out whether a belief or claim is true.

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What is reasoning?

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The explanation that connects the claim and the evidence.

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What does it mean to support a claim?

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To provide evidence that backs up the claim.

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Can a claim be an opinion?

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Yes, a claim can be an opinion that someone believes to be true.

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What is the purpose of evidence in an argument?

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To convince the reader that the claim is valid.

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What is an argumentative paper?

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A type of writing where the author takes a position on an issue and supports it with evidence.

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What should you include when writing a claim?

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A clear statement of your position on a topic.

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What is a counterclaim?

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An argument that opposes the main claim.

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Why is it important to consider counterclaims?

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To strengthen your argument by addressing opposing viewpoints.