Identifying Claim in Text

What is the CLAIM (or main idea) of this paragraph?

• Emojis are a newer addition to texting.

• There are a total of 845 emojis that have different expressions.

• Everyone should download emoji's on their electronic device.

• After all, they are free, expressive, and add a little something to any text!

What is the CLAIM (or main idea) of this paragraph?

• It is important to buy books for the library.

• Kids will have more opportunities to read.

• They can save money by checking out books.

• Plus, the school will not have to wait as long to read our favorite book!

What is the CLAIM (or main idea) of this paragraph?

• Over 75% of today's teens have a social media account and are more comfortable interacting over the internet rather than face-to-face.

• These types of posts can have a negative effect on friendships and relationships.

• Social media is ruining many friendships today, and this needs to change.

• As a result, many teens say and post things online that they wouldn't normally do in person.

What is a CLAIM?

• A specific statement that can be supported with evidence

• An opinion that does not need to be supported with evidence

• Both of these

• Neither of these

In this paragraph, which sentence(s) is the claim?

Justine is a dedicated athlete. For example, she plays every sport the school offers. This is important because most students may play one or two sports at most. The fact that she plays all sports shows her dedication to being a top-notch athlete.

• Sentence 1

• Sentence 2

• Sentence 3

• Sentence 4

Which of the following is NOT a claim?

• California is the best state in the USA.

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

• The school year began on August 18 and will end on June 4

• Christmas is the best holiday of the year.

Identify which sentence contains the claim in the following paragraph. 
At first, in junior high everything feels difficult. However, once students have the time to adjust to the new routine, they begin to look forward to senior high. Though junior high prepares students for high school, the change from 9th to 10th grade can be a challenge. High school is more difficult than junior high because there are more people, the teachers are more strict, and the work is much harder. 

• Sentence 2

• Sentence 3

• Sentence 4

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

Is this a claim that can be supported with evidence or not?

• Yes

• No