CER (Claim, Evidence, Reasoning)

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What does the letter 'C' stand for in 'CER'?

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Claim

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Reasoning is __________________.

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An explanation that connects the evidence to the claim.

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What is evidence in the context of CER?

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Scientific data that supports the claim.

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Which piece of evidence could best support the claim: 'High school students should be required to wear uniforms'?

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At one school that recently required students to wear uniforms, attendance went up and bad behavior went down.

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When you are using your 5 senses to gather facts and information, you are:

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Making observations.

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The statement 'The temperature of the pool increased from 27° to 30°.' is which of the following?

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Evidence.

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What is the purpose of a claim in CER?

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To state a position or argument.

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How does evidence support a claim?

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It provides factual information that backs up the claim.

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What is the role of reasoning in CER?

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To explain how the evidence supports the claim.

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Give an example of a claim.

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Eating fruits and vegetables is essential for a healthy diet.