Claim and Evidence

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What is a claim?

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A writer's main position on a topic.

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What is evidence?

Back

Information or details that support a claim.

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What is the difference between a fact and an opinion?

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A fact is a statement that can be proven true or false, while an opinion is a personal belief or judgment.

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Give an example of a fact.

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Burmese pythons are carnivorous snakes.

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Give an example of an opinion.

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Math is the hardest subject.

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What is a supporting detail?

Back

Information that helps to explain or back up a claim.

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What is an anecdote?

Back

A short personal story used to illustrate a point.

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What is a quote?

Back

A repetition of someone else's statement or thoughts.

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What is an expert opinion?

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A statement made by someone who is knowledgeable in a specific field.

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What does it mean to limit to two hours a day?

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To restrict the amount of time spent on an activity to two hours.