Claims Reasons and Evidence

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What is a claim?

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A statement or conclusion that answers the original question or problem.

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What does evidence mean?

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Proof that supports your reasons.

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What is the purpose of a claim?

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To present an argument or position on a specific issue.

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What is evidence used for?

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To support a claim or argument.

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What is a reason in an argument?

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A justification or explanation that supports a claim.

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How can you identify a claim in a statement?

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Look for a statement that expresses an opinion or belief.

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What is the difference between a claim and an opinion?

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A claim is supported by evidence, while an opinion is a personal belief without evidence.

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Why is it important to provide evidence for a claim?

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Evidence strengthens the claim and makes it more convincing.

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What type of evidence can support a claim?

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Facts, statistics, expert opinions, and examples.

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What does it mean to evaluate evidence?

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To assess the quality and relevance of the evidence provided.