Claims - Evidence - Reasoning

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What is a claim?

Back

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

Front

What is an example of evidence?

Back

"Rhinos have horns" is an example of evidence.

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CCSS.RI.5.8

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RL.6.1

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What does reasoning explain?

Back

Reasoning explains why and how the evidence actually connects and supports the claim.

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CCSS.RI.5.8

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

Front

What is evidence?

Back

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

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

Front

Which of the following is NOT a claim?

Back

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

Front

What are the three components of the Claims - Evidence - Reasoning framework?

Back

The three components are Claims, Evidence, and Reasoning.

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CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

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How can a claim be supported?

Back

A claim can be supported with evidence.

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What role does evidence play in an argument?

Back

Evidence provides the information needed to support or refute a claim.

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CCSS.RI.5.8

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RL.6.1

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Can reasoning exist without evidence?

Back

No, reasoning typically requires evidence to explain the connection to the claim.

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CCSS.RI.5.8

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

Front

What is the purpose of a claim in an argument?

Back

The purpose of a claim is to present a statement that can be debated and supported.