Argument Claim

Evidence that an author provides to support an argument must be related to the claims. If the evidence is related to claims we say it is _________.

• sound

• sufficient

• position

• relevant

When an author is trying to convince the reader of something, they want the reader to think as they think.

• evaluate

• persuade

• time

• hyperbole

proof; may include facts, examples, data, research, and expert knowledge that supports the argument

• metaphor

• evidence

• evaluate

• witness

You must present sound reasoning when defending an argument.

What does "sound" mean in the sentence above?

• relevant

• sufficient

• enough

• logical

Which statement would be an example of a claim?

• Pepsi has better flavor than Coca-Cola

• Pepsi is a product of Pepsi Company

Which claim is better?

• Virginia Woolf is a more effective writer than James Joyce because she does not rely on elaborate language devices that ultimately confuse and alienate the reader.

• I think Virginia Woolf is better than James Joyce.

What is the author's claim? What is their perspective on leasing cars?

• They believe leasing is amazing

• They believe leasing is not a good decision

Which of the following is NOT a claim?

• California is the best state in the USA because it houses important parts of American culture.

• Twinkies taste better than other snack cakes because of their texture, their creamy filling, and their golden appearance.

• The school year began in September and will end in June.

• July 4th is the best holiday of the year because the celebrations include the whole country.

In the paragraph below, which of the sentences is the author's CLAIM?

• Sentence 1

• Sentence 3

• Sentence 5

• Sentence 6

a claim plus evidence

• debatable claim

• anecdotal evidence

• factual evidence

• argument