Claims - Evidence - Reasoning

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What is a claim?

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

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What is evidence?

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Evidence is the information or data that supports a claim, helping to prove its validity.

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What is reasoning?

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Reasoning is the logical process of drawing conclusions based on evidence and claims.

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Example of a claim: "School uniforms improve student behavior."

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This statement asserts a belief that uniforms have a positive effect on behavior.

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Example of evidence: "Studies show that schools with uniforms report fewer disciplinary issues."

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This provides data that supports the claim about uniforms improving behavior.

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How can you identify a claim in a sentence?

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Look for statements that express an opinion or belief that can be supported or challenged.

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How can you identify evidence in a sentence?

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Look for facts, statistics, or quotes that support a claim.

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What is the purpose of reasoning in an argument?

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Reasoning connects claims and evidence, explaining how the evidence supports the claim.

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What type of statement is: "According to research, students learn better with uniforms."

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This is a claim because it asserts a belief based on research.

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What type of statement is: "In a survey, 80% of students preferred uniforms."

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This is evidence because it provides data to support a claim.