2.1-2.3 Claims and Evidence

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What is a benefit of including statistics as evidence to defend a claim?

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Statistics are easy to accept because they show trends to support claims.

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What is a benefit of including expert opinions as evidence to defend a claim?

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Expert Opinions build trust in the writer and the claim.

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When writers formulate a __________, what are they doing?

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They gather and arrange their ideas about an issue and determine how their views relate to others' positions on the same issue in the 'unending conversation.'

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What is a benefit of including testimonies as evidence to defend a claim?

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Testimonies humanize the claim, making it real and relevant, while also providing trust in the claim.

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What is a benefit of including facts as evidence to defend a claim?

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Facts are hard to disagree with.

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Define 'claim' in the context of argumentation.

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A claim is a statement or assertion that is open to challenge and requires evidence to support it.

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What role do statistics play in supporting a claim?

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Statistics provide quantitative evidence that can illustrate trends and patterns relevant to the claim.

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How do expert opinions enhance the credibility of a claim?

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Expert opinions provide authoritative insights that can validate the claim and build trust with the audience.

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What is the purpose of using testimonies in argumentation?

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Testimonies provide personal accounts that can make a claim more relatable and emotionally impactful.

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Why are facts considered strong evidence in arguments?

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Facts are objective and verifiable, making them difficult to dispute.