Claim, Evidence, & Reason

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What is a claim?

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A claim is a statement that asserts something to be true. It is the main point or argument that someone is trying to prove.

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What is evidence?

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Evidence is the information or data that supports a claim. It can include facts, statistics, examples, or expert opinions.

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What is a reason?

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A reason explains why a claim is made. It provides justification or rationale for the claim.

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What does C-E-R stand for?

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C-E-R stands for Claim, Evidence, and Reason.

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Example of a claim: 'Reading improves your brain function.' Is this a claim, reason, or evidence?

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Claim

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Example of evidence: 'Studies show that students who read regularly score higher on tests.' Is this a claim, reason, or evidence?

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Evidence

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Example of a reason: 'This is important because it helps develop critical thinking skills.' Is this a claim, reason, or evidence?

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Reason

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What is the purpose of using evidence in an argument?

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The purpose of using evidence is to support the claim and make the argument more convincing.

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How can you identify a claim in a statement?

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A claim can often be identified by looking for a statement that expresses an opinion or belief that can be supported or challenged.

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What type of statement is 'Cats are better pets than dogs'?

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Claim