Claim Evidence Reasoning Assessment

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What is a Claim?

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A statement that asserts something to be true, often requiring support with evidence.

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What is Evidence?

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All scientific data that supports your claim.

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What is Reasoning?

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Explains why and how the evidence actually connects and supports the claim.

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What is the purpose of Evidence in an argument?

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To provide support for the claim being made.

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What is a Thesis Statement?

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A statement that summarizes the main point or claim of an essay or argument.

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How can you identify Evidence in a text?

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Look for data, facts, or statements that support a claim.

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What is the difference between a Claim and Evidence?

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A claim is an assertion, while evidence is the data that supports that assertion.

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What type of statement is 'According to the American Health Association, peanut butter is a great source of protein'?

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Evidence.

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What is an example of a Claim?

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High school students should be required to wear uniforms.

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What does Reasoning connect?

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It connects the evidence to the claim.