Arguments-- Claims, Evidence and Reasoning

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What is an argument?

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An argument is when an author wants to convince you of their position.

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True or False: Claims should be backed up with only reasons.

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False. Claims should be backed up with evidence and reasons.

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Why is evidence important in an argument?

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Evidence makes arguments stronger and more convincing.

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What is a claim in an argument?

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A claim is a statement that asserts something to be true.

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What is a counterargument?

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A counterargument is an argument that opposes or disagrees with the main argument.

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True or False: You identify the claim first when reading an argument.

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True.

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What does it mean to support a claim?

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To support a claim means to provide evidence and reasoning that backs it up.

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What is the role of reasoning in an argument?

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Reasoning explains why the evidence supports the claim.

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What is a strong argument?

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A strong argument is one that has clear claims, solid evidence, and logical reasoning.

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True or False: All arguments are valid.

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False. Not all arguments are valid; some may be based on false premises.