CER - Claim Evidence Reasoning

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What is a claim in the context of CER?

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A claim is a statement that answers a question or presents an opinion. For example, 'My favorite TV show is "Stranger Things."'

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What does evidence refer to in CER?

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Evidence refers to the data or information that supports a claim. For example, 'Last week, there were 2 leaves on our plant, and 6 leaves today.'

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What is reasoning in CER?

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Reasoning explains why the evidence supports the claim. It connects the evidence to the claim.

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Which of the following is a strong piece of evidence?

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Data collected from a valid source is a strong piece of evidence.

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What is NOT considered strong evidence?

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A personal experience is NOT considered strong evidence.

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How do you identify a claim in a statement?

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A claim can often be identified as the main point or opinion expressed in a statement.

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What is the purpose of evidence in CER?

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The purpose of evidence is to provide support for the claim being made.

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Can a claim be a fact?

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Yes, a claim can be a fact, but it can also be an opinion.

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What is an example of reasoning?

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An example of reasoning is explaining how the increase in leaves indicates that the plant is healthy.

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What is the relationship between claim, evidence, and reasoning?

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The claim is supported by evidence, and reasoning connects the evidence to the claim.