RI.7.8 Practice

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What is a claim?

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A claim is a statement that can be argued for or against using evidence.

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What is evidence in an argumentative essay?

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Evidence is information or facts that support a claim.

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What makes evidence strong?

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Strong evidence comes from a reputable and relevant source.

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Identify the claim: 'Students should wear school uniforms because it makes it harder to tease kids who have less money.'

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The claim is that students should wear school uniforms.

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Which of the following is NOT a claim? 'The school year began in September and will end in June.'

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This statement is a fact, not a claim.

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What is the purpose of a claim in an argument?

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The purpose of a claim is to present a point of view that can be supported or challenged.

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What is the difference between a claim and a fact?

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A claim is an opinion that can be argued, while a fact is a statement that can be proven true or false.

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What is an example of a strong piece of evidence?

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'At one school that recently required students to wear uniforms, attendance rates went up, and behavior incidents went down.'

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What is the role of a counterclaim?

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A counterclaim presents an opposing viewpoint to the main claim.

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How can you identify a claim in a statement?

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Look for statements that express an opinion or belief that can be debated.