Supporting Authors' Claims

Evidence that supports a claim

• Relevant Evidence

• Irrelevant Evidence

• Resolution

• Claim

What is one way to evaluate evidence in an argument?

• Ignore the evidence that contradicts your opinion.

• Check if the evidence is credible and supports the claim.

• Focus only on the author's tone.

• Only use opinions as evidence.

Why is evidence important in constructing arguments?

• It convinces the reader by supporting the claim.

• It replaces the need for claims.

• It makes the writing more personal.

• It creates an emotional response.

Why is it important to address counterarguments?

• It shows you’ve ignored other perspectives.

• It makes your writing longer and appeal to higher academic audiences.

• It focuses only on your main argument.

• It strengthens your claim with fairness and credibility.

information used to back up and support your answer

• bridge

• persuasion

• argument

• evidence

True or False:
Evidence is facts that support your claim. 

• True

• False

What is the author's claim?

• It is important to always wear sunscreen and sunglasses when you're outside.

• Being out in the sun can be dangerous, so it is important to protect yourself.

• Too much time in the sun can cause cancer and many other health problems.

• Being sunburnt can be extremely painful, so you should always wear sunscreen.

Facts, quotations, examples, anecdotes, and statistics can all be used as _______________.

• evidence

• claims

• arguments

• counterclaims

Why do authors use repetition in speeches, stories, and poetry?

• To make sure you remember

• To make sure you're paying attention

• To emphasize their point

• So the author doesn't forget

Which of the following best describes a claim in an argument?

• A statement that can be proven true or false

• A personal opinion without evidence

• A question posed to the audience

• A summary of the main points