Claims, Evidence and Reason FINAL

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What is a Claim?

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

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What is Evidence?

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Information or data that supports a claim, often in the form of facts, statistics, or examples.

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What is a Reason?

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An explanation that justifies a claim, often providing the rationale behind it.

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Example of a Claim: "The Earth is round."

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This statement asserts a fact that can be supported by evidence.

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Example of Evidence: "Studies show that 70% of students report feeling tired during the day."

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This provides statistical support for claims about student sleep.

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Example of a Reason: "Because it is a natural phenomenon, the seasons change due to the Earth's tilt."

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This explains why the claim about seasons changing is true.

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How can you identify a Claim in a statement?

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Look for assertions that can be debated or require support.

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How can you identify Evidence in a statement?

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

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How can you identify a Reason in a statement?

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Look for explanations that provide justification for a claim.

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What is the relationship between Claims, Evidence, and Reasons?

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Claims are supported by evidence, and reasons explain why the claims are valid.