Claim

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What is a claim?

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A claim is a statement or assertion that something is true, typically requiring evidence to support it.

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Why is evidence important in supporting a claim?

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Evidence provides the necessary support to validate a claim, making it more credible and convincing.

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What does it mean to restate a claim?

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To restate a claim means to reword it in a way that emphasizes its main point, often incorporating supporting evidence.

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What is the purpose of a warrant in a constructed response?

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A warrant explains how the evidence supports the claim, linking the two together logically.

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What does it mean to cite evidence?

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To cite evidence means to reference specific information from a text or source to support a claim or argument.

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What is the role of the American Academy of Pediatrics in claims about children's screen time?

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The American Academy of Pediatrics provides trusted recommendations regarding children's health, including guidelines on screen time.

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How can you analyze the connection between a claim and its evidence?

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Analyzing the connection involves explaining how the evidence logically supports the claim, demonstrating its relevance.

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What is a constructed response?

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A constructed response is a type of open-ended answer that requires students to formulate their own response based on evidence and reasoning.

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What does it mean to discuss evidence in a response?

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Discussing evidence means explaining how the evidence provided supports the claim or answer given.

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Why is it important to use credible sources for evidence?

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Using credible sources ensures that the evidence is reliable and strengthens the validity of the claim.