Claim-Evidence

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What is a claim?

Back

A claim is a debatable statement that can be supported with evidence.

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NGSS.HS-LS3-2

NGSS.HS-LS4-1

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What is evidence?

Back

Evidence is information that tends to prove or disprove a claim.

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NGSS.HS-LS3-2

NGSS.HS-LS4-1

NGSS.HS-LS4-5

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What is the purpose of a claim in an argument?

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The purpose of a claim is to present a point of view or assertion that can be debated.

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NGSS.HS-LS4-1

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How can evidence support a claim?

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Evidence provides factual information or data that backs up the claim, making it more credible.

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NGSS.HS-ESS3-5

NGSS.HS-LS2-6

NGSS.HS-LS4-1

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What is the difference between a claim and evidence?

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A claim is a statement that asserts something is true, while evidence is the information that supports or refutes that claim.

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NGSS.HS-LS2-6

NGSS.HS-LS3-2

NGSS.HS-LS4-1

Front

Give an example of a claim.

Back

More school districts should wake up to the benefits of starting school later in the morning.

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Give an example of evidence.

Back

According to the article, the coach said, '15 out of 20 students participated in sports during the Fall season year 2016-2017.'

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What role does reasoning play in an argument?

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Reasoning connects the claim and evidence, explaining why the evidence supports the claim.

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NGSS.HS-LS3-2

NGSS.HS-PS4-3

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What is a debatable statement?

Back

A debatable statement is one that can be argued for or against, often requiring evidence to support it.

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Why is it important to distinguish between claims and evidence?

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Distinguishing between claims and evidence is important for constructing logical arguments and evaluating the strength of those arguments.

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NGSS.HS-LS3-2

NGSS.HS-LS4-1