Claims and Evidence Review

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What is a claim?

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A claim is a statement or assertion that something is true, often requiring support or evidence.

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What is evidence?

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Evidence is the information or facts that support a claim or assertion.

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What does it mean for evidence to support a claim?

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It means that the evidence provides valid reasons or data that back up the truth of the claim.

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What is the main idea of a paragraph?

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The main idea is the central point or claim that the paragraph is trying to convey.

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How can you identify the claim in a text?

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Look for the statement that expresses the author's main point or opinion, often found at the beginning or end of a paragraph.

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What is a strong claim?

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A strong claim is one that is clear, specific, and can be supported by solid evidence.

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What is a weak claim?

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A weak claim is vague, general, or lacks sufficient evidence to be convincing.

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What role does context play in evaluating a claim?

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Context helps to understand the circumstances surrounding a claim, which can affect its validity and relevance.

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What is an example of a claim that is not supported by evidence?

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Claim: 'All cats are evil.' This claim is not supported by evidence as it is a generalization without proof.

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What is an example of evidence supporting a claim?

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Claim: 'Exercise improves health.' Evidence: 'Studies show that regular exercise reduces the risk of chronic diseases.'