Claim, Evidence, Reasoning Review

Front

What is a "claim" in an argument essay?

Back

A statement that includes the author's opinion about a topic.

Front

In a debate, what is considered as "evidence"?

Back

A statement that provides factual details to support a point.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.8

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

Front

In a debate, what does "reasoning" in an argument essay refer to?

Back

A statement that explains how the evidence provided supports the claim.

Front

What statement about "evidence" would Aria likely use to support her argument?

Back

Evidence includes facts, details, or information that prove or support the claim.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.8

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

Front

Grace, Mason, and Henry are having a lively discussion. They are trying to decide if a claim made by their teacher can be __________. What do you think?

Back

debated

Front

What type of reasoning do Olivia, Nora, and Jackson need to use for their arguments to make sense?

Back

Logical

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

Front

How is a claim different from a fact?

Back

Claims are personal beliefs; facts are always true.

Front

Should the evidence included in a project be reliable and relevant?

Back

True

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

Front

How do claims, evidence, and reasoning work together to build a strong argument?

Back

They support and reinforce each other to persuade the reader.

Front

What would be the most appropriate type of evidence to support the claim that self-driving cars can lower the number of traffic accidents and make roads safer?

Back

A statistic showing a decrease in accidents in areas where self-driving cars are being tested.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.8

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1