Claims and Evidence

Front

What is a claim?

Back

A point the author is trying to prove with evidence.

Front

What is evidence?

Back

Facts or information that helps us figure out whether a belief or claim is true.

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CCSS.RI.5.8

CCSS.W.5.9A

Front

Why is evidence important for a claim?

Back

It makes the claim more believable.

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CCSS.RI.5.8

CCSS.SL.5.3

CCSS.W.5.1B

CCSS.W.5.9A

Front

What does it mean to support a claim?

Back

To provide evidence that backs up the claim.

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CCSS.RI.5.8

CCSS.SL.5.3

CCSS.W.5.1B

CCSS.W.5.9A

Front

What is an argumentative paper?

Back

A type of writing where you choose a side to argue and support it with evidence.

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CCSS.W.5.1B

CCSS.W.5.1C

CCSS.W.5.2B

Front

Can a claim be proven without evidence?

Back

No, a claim needs evidence to be credible.

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CCSS.RI.5.8

CCSS.W.5.1B

Front

What is an example of a claim?

Back

"Wild animals should be protected."

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CCSS.W.5.1A

Front

What is an example of evidence for the claim about wild animals?

Back

"It’s been proven that diversity in wildlife helps maintain a healthy ecosystem."

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CCSS.RI.5.8

CCSS.W.5.9A

Front

What should you do when writing an argumentative paper?

Back

Choose a side and support it with good evidence.

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CCSS.W.5.1A

CCSS.W.5.1B

CCSS.W.5.1C

CCSS.W.5.2B

Front

What makes an author's claim more believable?

Back

Having evidence to support the claim.

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CCSS.RI.5.8

CCSS.SL.5.3

CCSS.W.5.1B

CCSS.W.5.9A