Claim, Evidence, Reading

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What is a claim?

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A claim is a statement that can be debated or argued. It expresses an opinion or belief.

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What is evidence?

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Evidence is information or facts that support a claim.

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Are claims always true?

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No, claims can be debatable and are not always true.

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What does it mean if a statement is debatable?

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It means that people can have different opinions about it, and it can be argued.

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Is 'The Detroit Lions are the best football team' a claim?

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Yes, it is a claim because it expresses an opinion.

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Is 'The Detroit Lions had 5 wins and 11 losses in 2015' a claim?

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No, it is a fact and not debatable.

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What is the purpose of evidence in an argument?

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The purpose of evidence is to support and strengthen a claim.

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Can a claim be supported by more than one piece of evidence?

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Yes, a claim can be supported by multiple pieces of evidence.

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What is an example of a claim?

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'Chocolate is the best ice cream flavor.'

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What is an example of evidence?

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'Studies show that 70% of people prefer chocolate ice cream over other flavors.'