Identifying Claims

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What is a claim?

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A claim is an opinion that can be argued or supported with evidence.

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Is the statement 'Should students be able to wear whatever they want to school?' a claim?

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No, it is not a claim; it is a question.

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Identify the claim: 'Steve Jobs created innovative electronics such as the iPod, iPhone, iPad, and Mac computers.' or 'Apple sells the best electronics out there!'

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'Apple sells the best electronics out there!' is the claim.

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Is the statement 'One study showed that students were stressed out about choosing what to wear to school.' a claim?

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No, it is not a claim; it is a statement of fact.

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What should a claim be supported with?

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A claim should be proven with evidence.

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What distinguishes a claim from a fact?

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A claim is subjective and can be debated, while a fact is an objective statement that can be proven true or false.

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Can opinions be considered claims?

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Yes, opinions can be considered claims if they are presented in a way that can be supported or argued.

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What is an example of a claim?

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'The new school policy will improve student attendance.'

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What is the difference between a claim and a question?

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A claim is a statement that asserts something to be true, while a question seeks information or clarification.

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Why is evidence important for a claim?

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Evidence is important because it supports the claim and helps persuade others of its validity.