Building Strong Arguments Flashcard

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What is evidence?

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

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What does it mean to make a claim?

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A claim is a statement that asserts something to be true.

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What is a logical connector?

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A logical connector is a word or phrase that links two ideas or statements together.

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What is a simple argument?

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A simple argument consists of a claim supported by a reason.

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What is the purpose of evidence in an argument?

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The purpose of evidence is to provide support for the claim being made.

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What does it mean for evidence to support a claim?

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It means that the evidence provides a reason to believe that the claim is true.

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What is an example of a claim?

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"Eating fruits is good for your health."

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What is an example of evidence?

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"Fruits contain vitamins and minerals that are essential for health."

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What is the difference between a claim and evidence?

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A claim is what you are saying is true, while evidence is the support you provide for that claim.

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What is a reason in an argument?

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A reason explains why the claim is true.