Reason and Evidence

What evidence supports the claim that 'The school should start later in the morning'?

• The school should start later because students can use the extra time to study

• The school should start later because it will reduce traffic congestion

• The school should start later because it's more convenient for parents

• Research studies showing teenagers' natural sleep patterns and the need for 8-10 hours of sleep support the claim.

Identify the claim in the following argument: 'Chocolate ice cream is the best flavor because it is the most popular choice among kids.'

• Vanilla ice cream is the best flavor.

• Strawberry ice cream is the best flavor.

• Chocolate ice cream is the best flavor.

• Kids don't actually like chocolate ice cream.

Identify the counterclaim in the argument: 'Chocolate ice cream is the best flavor because it is the most popular choice among kids.'

• Chocolate ice cream is the best flavor because it has the most calories.

• Chocolate ice cream is the best flavor because adults also enjoy it.

• Popularity does not necessarily equate to being the best flavor.

• Chocolate ice cream is the best flavor because it is the most expensive.

What is the definition of Reasons?

• Statements that you find in a source.

• Statements that go against your claim. These are the 2 counterpoints to your argument.

• Statements that support your claim. These are the 2-3 main points of your argument.

What is the difference between reasons and evidence?

• Reasons are big ideas, while evidence is specific facts or examples.

• Reasons are very specific, while evidence is more general.

• Reasons are true, while evidence is false.

• Reasons are false, while evidence is true.

Why the writer believes his or her claims.

• claim

• counterargument/counterclaim

• reasons

• evidence

Statements of logic that support a claim or belief are the...

• Claim

• Evidence

• Reason(s)

• Formal Style

Reasoning is __________________.

• A statement of conclusion that answers the original question/problem.

• Scientific data that supports the claim

• Explains why and how the evidence actually connects and supports the claim.

• Empirical Evidence

Reasoning is _____________.

• A statement of conclusion that answers the original question/problem.

• Scientific data that supports the claim

• Explains why you should believe the claim.

• Empirical Evidence

Is the example below a claim, reason, or evidence?
Ex. Dr. Shelnutt, a veterinarian, said that, "Dogs have a protective instinct. They can sense danger, and they will do what they can to protect you."

• Claim

• Reason

• Evidence

• Point of View