Claim and Evidence Practice

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What is a claim?

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A claim is a statement that answers the prompt.

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How do you start your claim sentence?

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You start your claim sentence using words and phrases from the prompt.

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What is the prompt?

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The prompt is the question you are asked.

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What is evidence?

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Evidence is the proof that supports your claim.

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What does it mean to support a claim?

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To support a claim means to provide evidence that backs up your statement.

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What is the purpose of a conclusion in an argument?

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The conclusion summarizes the main points and reinforces the claim.

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What is a counterclaim?

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A counterclaim is an argument that opposes your claim.

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Why is it important to address counterclaims?

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Addressing counterclaims strengthens your argument by showing you considered other viewpoints.

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What is a thesis statement?

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A thesis statement is a sentence that summarizes the main point or claim of an essay.

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What role does reasoning play in an argument?

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Reasoning explains how the evidence supports the claim.