Claims vs Evidence

Is this an example of a claim, or evidence?

• Evidence

• Claim

Is this an example of a claim, or evidence?

• Evidence

• Claim

Is this an example of a claim, or evidence?

• Evidence

• Claim

What evidence might the author use to support this claim?

• Chicago is a great city for sports fans because we have the Cubs, Sox, Bulls, Bears, Blackhawks, and more.

• Chicago is notorious for having terrible traffic all the time.

• Chicago is muddy in the Spring.

What claim might the author be making using this evidence?

• There are volcanoes in Hawaii

• Earthquakes shake the ground

• Volcanoes are dangerous

• Hurricanes are the worst natural disaster

What is a claim?

• A Story

• A fact that is always true

• A point an author is trying to prove

• A lie

Match this claim with supporting evidence.

• Studies show that if we consume too much, it can cause health problems, like obesity and diabetes.

• Doctors agree that it is okay to eat sweets in moderation, as long as you have a balanced and healthy diet overall.

What claim might the author be making using this evidence?

"Ice cream can cool you off on a hot summer day."

• Chocolate is the best flavor of ice cream.

• Ice cream is the best dessert of the summer.

• Dessert is the best part of a meal.

Fallacies are flaws in reasoning because they....

• often include name calling.

• they lack credible evidence to support a claim.

• they are a statement of fact.

• they strengthen an argument.

Providing true and logical evidence in an argument serves to

• adds credibility to your argument.

• offer a counterclaim to your argument.

• gives your argument a purpose.

• is not necessary