Author's Claim

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What is an author's claim?

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An author's claim is the main point or argument that the author is trying to make in a piece of writing.

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What must an author provide to support their claim?

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An author must provide evidence to support their claim.

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What is evidence in writing?

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Evidence is the information, facts, or data that support a claim or argument.

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What is a reason in the context of an argument?

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A reason explains why the claim is valid or important.

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What is the first step in constructing a persuasive argument?

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The first step is establishing a claim.

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Why is it important to provide reasons for a claim?

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Providing reasons helps to explain and justify the claim, making it more convincing.

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What is the difference between a claim and evidence?

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A claim is the main argument, while evidence consists of the facts or data that support that argument.

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Can a claim be supported by multiple pieces of evidence?

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Yes, a claim can be supported by multiple pieces of evidence to strengthen the argument.

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What role does reasoning play in an argument?

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

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What is an example of a claim?

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"Reading books improves vocabulary skills." is an example of a claim.