Claims and Evidence Flashcard

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What is a claim?

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A statement or assertion that something is true.

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What is evidence?

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Proof you give to support your claim.

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What does it mean to support a claim?

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To provide reasons or evidence that back up the claim.

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Give an example of a claim.

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"Dogs are the best pets."

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What is a reason?

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A statement that explains why a claim is true.

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What is the purpose of evidence in writing?

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To convince the reader that the claim is valid.

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What is a counterclaim?

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An argument that opposes the main claim.

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How can you identify evidence in a text?

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Look for facts, statistics, or examples that support a claim.

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What is a persuasive argument?

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An argument designed to convince someone of something.

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What is the difference between a fact and an opinion?

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A fact can be proven true or false; an opinion is a personal belief.