AP Comp and Language Claims and Reasoning

1. A __ is a statement asserted to be true that needs to be defended with evidence and reasoning.

1. Writers convey their __ through one or more claims that require defense.

1. __ is information used to prove an idea is valid.

1. __ involves showing your audience how you think through your argument and how the evidence supports the claim.

1. The process of gathering information, formulating a claim, providing evidence, and using reasoning is __.

What is the primary purpose of a claim in argumentative writing?

• To entertain the reader with anecdotes.
• To summarize the main points of the essay.
• To assert a position or argument that the writer supports.
• To provide evidence for a claim.

How do writers typically develop their claims?

• By relying solely on personal opinions and feelings.
• By conducting research and using evidence to support their arguments.
• By writing without any research or evidence.
• By summarizing other writers' claims without analysis.

What role does evidence play in supporting a claim?

• Evidence is only necessary for scientific claims.
• Evidence supports a claim by validating it with factual information.
• Evidence weakens a claim by introducing doubt.
• Evidence is irrelevant to a claim.

Which of the following best describes the relationship between claims and facts?

• Claims and facts are the same thing

• Claims are always based on facts

• Facts can never be used to support claims

• Claims require defense, while facts do not

What is the purpose of reasoning in argumentative writing?

• To summarize the main points of the argument.
• To support claims and persuade the audience.
• To provide a personal opinion without evidence.
• To confuse the audience with complex language.