Argument writing

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Identify the statement that is NOT a claim.

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

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Evidence supporting the claim: High school students should wear uniforms.

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At one school that required uniforms, attendance rates increased and behavior incidents decreased.

Front

Identify if the sentence is a claim: Scientists should bring back extinct species to help restore habitats.

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Claim

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Identify the claim in the paragraph: At first, junior high feels difficult. However, students adjust and look forward to senior high. Junior high prepares students for high school, but the change from 9th to 10th grade can be challenging. High school is tougher due to more people, stricter teachers, and harder work.

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Sentence 4

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Identify the claim in the paragraph: 1) No easy way to get around with many cars. 2) Communities need public transportation. 3) Public transport is essential for being inexpensive, uniting neighborhoods, and benefiting the environment.

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Sentence 3

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A claim should be proven with

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evidence

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Claims are like

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thesis statements

Front

First paragraph of an essay?

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Introduction

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Info supporting your answer

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evidence

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Challenging an argument by addressing opposing views.

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counterargument