Claims and Support!

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True or False: An argument doesn't need to be supported by data, facts, and evidence.

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False

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What is the statement that the writer is trying to prove?

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Claims

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What is a CLAIM?

Back

The author's position on a topic.

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What does it mean to cite evidence?

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Use a direct quote or paraphrase from a text and give credit to the writer.

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What are the statements supporting the claim?

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Reasons

Front

What is the purpose of a claim in an argument?

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To present the author's viewpoint or stance on a specific issue.

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What is evidence in the context of an argument?

Back

Data, facts, or information that supports a claim.

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Why is it important to support claims with evidence?

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To make the argument more convincing and credible.

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What is the difference between a claim and an opinion?

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A claim is a statement that can be supported with evidence, while an opinion is a personal belief.

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What role do reasons play in an argument?

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They provide justification for the claim being made.