According to some, now is the time to buy a house. However, renting is still preferable to buying, because a house is no longer a good investment. Houses are rarely profitable. Even before the housing crash in 2008, houses generally only appreciated a small percentage of their worth over 30 years. In addition, the high initial cost of a house isn’t the end of its drain on your finances. When a pipe bursts, you can’t call a landlord to deal with it. You’ll suffer the cost of the plumber, the parts, and the repairs to the carpet that’s now moldy after being saturated with water. While some point to tax breaks for homeowners as a reason to buy a house, these tax savings are nothing but a blip on the financial radar. They don’t make buying over renting worth it. What is the main claim of this passage?

Renting is still preferable to buying because a house is no longer a good investment.

Now is the time to buy a house.

Houses are only appreciated a small percentage of their worth over 30 years.

Read the following passage about the risks and consequences of Internet use. In recent years, Internet access has become a necessity for teens. Schools expect students to use the Internet to access school information, to complete research assignments, and more. The Internet offers many benefits, but parents need to be wary of the dangers. Surfing the Web and communicating on social-networking sites can provide a significant distraction, making it easy for teens to fall behind in school. In addition, employers and colleges check out social-networking sites to determine the character of applicants. Posting inappropriate photos or comments can haunt a person for years, leading to denial of acceptance to a college, failure to be hired, or loss of a job. While the good outweighs the bad, the Internet can be a dangerous tool. Parents need to teach their children cyber safety and help them understand the risks and consequences of their online actions. What is the author's claim?

The author’s main claim is that the Internet is a necessity for teens.

The author's main claim is that the Internet is horrible and we should stop letting teens use it.

As you just learned, a claim is supported by reasons, which are supported by evidence. Evidence can include facts, statistics, examples, expert opinions, definitions, or anecdotes. Identifying evidence can help you determine how well the author supported his or her reasons. Take a look at this statement: "Eating blueberries frequently is important because they’re good for you. They are low in calories and contain more antioxidants than other kinds of fruit." What is the claim?

Eating blueberries frequently is important.

Blueberries are low in calories and contain more antioxidants.

Take a look at this statement: "Eating blueberries frequently is important because they’re good for you. They are low in calories and contain more antioxidants than other kinds of fruit." What is the reasoning?

Eating blueberries frequently is important.

Blueberries are low in calories and contain more antioxidants.

Take a look at this statement: "Eating blueberries frequently is important because they’re good for you. They are low in calories and contain more antioxidants than other kinds of fruit." What is the evidence?

Blueberries are low in calories and contain more antioxidants.

Eating blueberries frequently is important.

Which of the following is NOT a claim?

The school year began on August 18, 2020 and will end on May 19, 2021.

Kentucky is the best state in the USA.

Christmas is the best holiday of the year.

Unsweet tea is better than sweet tea.

Claims!!!

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9th - 12th Grade

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CCSS

RI.8.1, W.9-10.1A, RI.9-10.8

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

2 mins • 1 pt

Why do authors write arguments?

To convince other people to agree with their claim.

To inform and entertain readers.

To annoy readers with controversial opinions.

Because they can't write anything else.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

2 mins • 1 pt

What is a claim?

The most important point an author is making.

The facts and reason that support an argument.

Something used to cook clam chowder.

A new idea added to the last paragraph of an essay.

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CCSS.W.9-10.1

CCSS.W.9-10.1A

CCSS.W.9-10.1B

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

2 mins • 1 pt

What is evidence?

Information that supports your claim.

A statement you believe to be true.

An opinion.

A statement of an opposing argument.

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.11-12.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

2 mins • 1 pt

How does reasoning connect to a claim?

Reasoning connects evidence to the claim.

Reasoning connects the counterclaim to the claim.

Reasoning is not helpful in writing argumentative essays.

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CCSS.RI.9-10.8

CCSS.W.9-10.1

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

2 mins • 1 pt

A claim is justified with ________________.

Reason.

Evidence.

Bias.

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CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.11-12.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

2 mins • 1 pt

Reasons are supported by ______________. The support can be facts, statistics, examples, expert opinions, definitions, or personal experience.

Claim.

Reasons.

Evidence.

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CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.11-12.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

2 mins • 1 pt

Persuasive texts challenge you to agree or disagree with an author's claim. To do this you must consider the author's...

Bias opinion.

Reasons and evidence.

Point of view.

100% believe the authors claim.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.8

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.8

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

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