Claims and Evidence Review

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What is a claim?

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A claim is the main idea or assertion that someone is trying to prove or argue in a text.

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What is evidence?

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Evidence consists of facts, statistics, or examples that support a claim.

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How do you identify the main idea in a paragraph?

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Look for the sentence that summarizes the overall point or argument being made.

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What is the purpose of supporting evidence?

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Supporting evidence is used to strengthen a claim and make it more convincing.

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What does it mean for evidence to support a claim?

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It means that the evidence provides valid reasons or examples that back up the claim.

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What is an example of a weak claim?

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'Cats are the best pets.' This claim is subjective and lacks supporting evidence.

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What is an example of a strong claim?

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'Regular exercise improves mental health.' This claim can be supported with research and statistics.

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What is the difference between a claim and an opinion?

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A claim is a statement that can be supported with evidence, while an opinion is a personal belief that may not be backed by facts.

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Why is it important to evaluate evidence?

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Evaluating evidence helps determine if it is credible and relevant to the claim being made.

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What is a counterclaim?

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A counterclaim is an argument that opposes the main claim, providing an alternative perspective.