Author's Claims

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An author's central argument in their writing is the _____.

Back

claim

Front

Another name for the claim of an argumentative text is the _____.

Back

thesis statement

Front

Which of the following statements does not contain a claim?

• Indiana is the best state in the United States of America.
• Twinkies taste better than other snack foods.
• The study of reptiles is called "herpetology."
• The temperature in this room is not comfortable.

Back

The study of reptiles is called "herpetology."

Front

Which of the following statements are not evidence?

• Over 95% of Americans celebrate Thanksgiving each year.
• Middle-School students should have daily recess time.
• When surveyed, 98% of snack-food eaters responded that Twinkies were their favorite snack.
• The population of Evansville, Indiana has fallen by 15% in the past five years.

Back

Middle-School students should have daily recess time.

Front

The statement, "Coca-Cola is the best soft-drink company in the world." is _____.

Back

a claim

Front

That statement, "As of 2016, Coca-Cola sold its products to citizens in 90% of the countries in the world; Pepsi sold to the second highest percentage, at 75%." is _____.

Back

evidence

Front

Which of the following would an author not use to support their claim? reasons, supporting details, evidence, a thesis statement

Back

a thesis statement

Front

Facts can be proven. (True or False)

Back

True

Front

Claims are things that can be proven. (True or False)

Back

False