Claims and Evidence

Claims and Evidence

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English

6th Grade

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Hard

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a claim?

Back

A claim is a statement or assertion that something is true or false, often used in arguments or discussions.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is evidence?

Back

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

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does it mean to support an opinion?

Back

To support an opinion means to provide evidence or reasons that back up that opinion.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an opinion?

Back

An opinion is a personal belief or judgment about something, which may not be based on facts.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the difference between a claim and an opinion?

Back

A claim is a statement that can be proven true or false, while an opinion is a personal belief that cannot be proven.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a counterargument?

Back

A counterargument is an argument that opposes or disagrees with a claim or opinion.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Why is it important to evaluate evidence?

Back

Evaluating evidence is important to determine if it is credible and relevant to support a claim.

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