Claims and Evidence Review

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What is a claim?

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A claim is a statement or assertion that something is true or false, often requiring evidence to support it.

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What is evidence?

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Evidence is the information or facts that support a claim, helping to prove its validity.

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How do you determine if evidence supports a claim?

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To determine if evidence supports a claim, analyze whether the evidence logically connects to and substantiates the claim.

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What is the main idea of a paragraph?

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The main idea of a paragraph is the central point or claim that the paragraph is trying to convey.

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What does it mean to analyze a claim?

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To analyze a claim means to examine it critically, considering the evidence and reasoning behind it.

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What is the difference between a claim and an opinion?

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

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What role does context play in evaluating a claim?

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Context provides background information that can influence how a claim is interpreted and whether the evidence is relevant.

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What is a counterclaim?

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A counterclaim is an opposing argument or claim that challenges the original claim.

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Why is it important to support claims with evidence?

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Supporting claims with evidence strengthens arguments and makes them more convincing to the audience.

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What is a logical fallacy?

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A logical fallacy is an error in reasoning that undermines the logic of an argument.