Author's Claim

Author's Claim

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Mathematics

5th Grade

Practice Problem

Easy

CCSS
RI.4.8, RI.5.2, RL.11-12.6

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an author's claim?

Back

An author's claim is the main point or argument that the author is trying to make in a piece of writing.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Why is it important to identify the author's claim?

Back

Identifying the author's claim helps readers understand the main message and purpose of the text.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are emotional appeals in writing?

Back

Emotional appeals are techniques used by authors to evoke feelings in the reader to persuade them.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.4.8

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.5.8

CCSS.RI.6.8

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How can an author use emotion to persuade readers?

Back

An author can use emotion by making readers feel empathy, happiness, or fear, which can influence their opinions or actions.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.4.8

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.5.8

CCSS.RI.6.8

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a supporting detail?

Back

A supporting detail is a fact, example, or piece of evidence that helps to explain or reinforce the author's claim.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What role do facts play in an author's argument?

Back

Facts provide evidence that supports the author's claim and helps to convince the reader of its validity.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the difference between a fact and an opinion?

Back

A fact is a statement that can be proven true or false, while an opinion is a personal belief or judgment that cannot be proven.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

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