Claim and Evidence Part 2

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What is a claim?

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A claim is a statement or assertion that something is true, which can be supported or challenged with evidence.

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What is evidence in writing?

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Evidence refers to the facts, examples, or data that support a claim or argument.

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Why is it important to support a claim?

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Supporting a claim with evidence strengthens the argument and makes it more convincing to the audience.

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What does it mean to provide a counterclaim?

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A counterclaim is an argument that opposes the main claim, showing that there are different perspectives on the issue.

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What is an in-text citation?

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An in-text citation is a reference within the text that credits the source of information or evidence used to support a claim.

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How many pieces of evidence should support a claim?

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An author should provide as many pieces of evidence as needed to convincingly support their claim.

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What is the purpose of a strong argument?

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The purpose of a strong argument is to persuade the audience by presenting clear, logical reasoning and credible evidence.

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What is a debatable claim?

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A debatable claim is a statement that can be supported or opposed with valid arguments and evidence.

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What is the role of examples in an argument?

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Examples help illustrate and clarify the claim, making the argument more relatable and understandable.

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What should follow the introduction of a claim?

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After introducing a claim, the author should provide evidence and reasons to support it.