Steps to Writing a Claim

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What is the purpose of evidence in supporting a claim?

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To provide proof that the claim is valid.

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Why must you be clear and direct in your claim?

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To allow the reader to understand exactly what is being argued.

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What is the difference between a claim and a fact?

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A fact is always true, while a claim can be argued.

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What makes a good claim?

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Being specific and providing reasons why something is true.

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What is a claim?

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A statement made by a writer that they will attempt to argue.

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What is the definition of a claim?

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A statement that asserts something to be true or false.

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Why is specificity important in a claim?

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Specificity helps to clarify the argument and makes it more convincing.

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What role does a thesis statement play in writing a claim?

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A thesis statement presents the main argument or claim of an essay.

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How can one strengthen a claim?

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By providing strong evidence and reasoning to support it.

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What is the relationship between claims and arguments?

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Claims are the statements being argued, while arguments are the reasoning and evidence supporting those claims.