Reasons and Evidence

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What is a claim?

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A claim is a statement that asserts something to be true. It can be supported by evidence.

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What is evidence?

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Evidence is information or facts that support a claim or argument.

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What is a reason?

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A reason explains why a claim is made, providing justification for the assertion.

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What should a claim not begin with?

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A claim should not begin with phrases like 'I think' or 'I believe'.

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What is an example of a claim?

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"Exercise is important for maintaining good health."

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What is an example of evidence?

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"Studies show that regular exercise reduces the risk of chronic diseases."

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What is the purpose of providing evidence?

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The purpose of providing evidence is to support a claim and make it more convincing.

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What is a counterclaim?

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A counterclaim is an opposing argument or viewpoint to a claim.

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How can you identify a strong piece of evidence?

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Strong evidence is relevant, reliable, and directly supports the claim.

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What is the relationship between claims and reasons?

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Reasons provide the justification for claims, explaining why the claim is valid.