Claims

Parents should limit screen time for their children.

Should students be allowed to chew gum in class?

Should parents use grounding as a punishment?

An author's central argument in their writing is the _____. Options: claim, evidence, supporting details, reasons

Which of the following statements does not contain a claim?

• Indiana is the best state in the United States of America.
• Twinkies taste better than other snack foods.
• The study of reptiles is called "herpetology."
• The temperature in this room is not comfortable.

Which of the following statements are not evidence?

Over 95% of Americans celebrate Thanksgiving each year.

Middle-School students should have daily recess time.

When surveyed, 98% of snack-food eaters responded that Twinkies were their favorite snack.

The population of Evansville, Indiana has fallen by 15% in the past five years.

The statement, "Coca-Cola is the best soft-drink company in the world." is _____.

That statement, "As of 2016, Coca-Cola sold its products to citizens in 90% of the countries in the world; Pepsi sold to the second highest percentage, at 75%." is _____.

What is the purpose or function of REASONING in an argument?

Which of the following is an example of REASONING? Options: Deborah is a good parent., Deborah is a bad parent., She lets her daughter stay out all night., Deborah is being irresponsible by not keeping track of her daughter. She is a bad parent because she's not making sure her daughter is safe.