Identifying Claims and Evidence

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What is a CLAIM?

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A specific statement that can be supported with evidence.

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What is EVIDENCE?

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Facts, figures, and expert opinions that support a claim.

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What is the main idea of a paragraph?

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The central point or claim that the paragraph is trying to convey.

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How can you identify a claim in a text?

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Look for a statement that expresses an opinion or belief that can be supported with evidence.

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What does it mean for evidence to support a claim?

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It means that the evidence provides reasons or facts that back up the claim.

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What is an example of a claim?

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"Reading books improves children's vocabulary."

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What is an example of evidence?

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"Studies show that children who read regularly have a larger vocabulary than those who do not."

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What is the difference between a claim and an opinion?

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A claim can be supported with evidence, while an opinion is a personal belief that may not require support.

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Why is it important to support claims with evidence?

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Supporting claims with evidence makes arguments stronger and more convincing.

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What is a counterclaim?

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A statement that opposes or disagrees with the original claim.