Claim, Evidence, Reason

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What is a CLAIM?

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An arguable statement that can be supported or opposed.

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What is EVIDENCE?

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Information or facts that support a claim.

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What is a REASON?

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An explanation that connects evidence to a claim.

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Example of a CLAIM: "Eating vegetables is important for health."

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This is a statement that can be argued for or against.

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Example of EVIDENCE: "Studies show that children who eat vegetables have better health outcomes."

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This supports the claim about the importance of eating vegetables.

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Example of a REASON: "Eating vegetables provides essential nutrients that the body needs."

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This explains why the claim about vegetables is valid.

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How can you identify EVIDENCE in a statement?

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Look for facts, statistics, or research that support a claim.

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What role does a REASON play in an argument?

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It connects the evidence to the claim, explaining why the evidence supports it.

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What is the difference between a CLAIM and EVIDENCE?

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A claim is a statement that can be argued, while evidence is the support for that statement.

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Why is it important to use EVIDENCE in arguments?

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It strengthens the argument and makes it more convincing.

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