Fears & Phobias: Reading Mastery Check {RMU1L2}

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What is a claim?

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A statement that asserts something to be true or false.

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What is evidence?

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Information or facts that support a claim.

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What does it mean for a claim to be supported by evidence?

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It means that the claim is backed by facts, data, or logical reasoning.

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What is a nonfiction text?

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A text that presents factual information and real events.

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What is the purpose of a subtitle in nonfiction?

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To introduce the main idea of a section.

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What is a sidebar in a text?

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A section with additional information related to the main text.

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How can you identify a well-supported claim?

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It is backed by facts, data, and logical reasoning.

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What is the difference between a claim and an opinion?

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A claim can be supported by evidence, while an opinion is a personal belief without necessary evidence.

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What is an example of a claim not supported by evidence?

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"The earth is flat because I saw it in a movie."

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What is an example of a claim supported by evidence?

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"Dogs are better pets because they are loyal and protective."