Author's Claim

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What is the author's claim?

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The stance the author is trying to persuade the audience to take.

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In a story or text, the claim can be found .....?

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Throughout the written piece.

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What is evidence?

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Information that supports the claim.

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Can the main claim be a question?

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NO.

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In an essay, the claim is the....

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thesis.

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What is the purpose of an author's claim?

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To present a viewpoint or argument that the author wants the audience to accept.

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How does evidence relate to the author's claim?

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Evidence is used to support and validate the author's claim.

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What is a thesis statement?

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A concise summary of the main point or claim of an essay.

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Can an author's claim change throughout a text?

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Yes, an author's claim can evolve as new evidence is presented.

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What role does the introduction play in relation to the claim?

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The introduction often presents the claim or thesis statement.