Claims - Evidence - Reasoning

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What is a claim?

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A statement that asserts something to be true, often used as the main argument in an argument or discussion.

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What is evidence?

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Scientific data or facts that support a claim.

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What is reasoning?

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Explains why and how the evidence actually connects and supports the claim.

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What is the purpose of a claim in an argument?

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To present a point of view or assertion that can be supported with evidence.

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How does evidence support a claim?

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By providing factual information or data that validates the claim.

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What is an example of reasoning?

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"Since the TV turned on after I put fresh batteries in the remote control, the old batteries must have been drained."

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What type of statement is '15 out of 20 students participated in sports during the Fall season year 2016-2017'?

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Evidence.

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What is a claim regarding school uniforms?

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High school students should be required to wear uniforms.

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What type of statement is 'More school districts should wake up to the benefits of starting school later in the morning'?

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Claim.

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What is the relationship between claim, evidence, and reasoning?

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Claims are supported by evidence, and reasoning explains how the evidence supports the claim.