Writing a Claim

Which of the following is an example of a source?

• Infographic

• Videos

• Online Articles

• All are examples of a source.

Which of the following is the BEST definition of a claim?

• a statement of fact

• a paper that presents an argument

• a position that can be argued

A strong claim is compelling. What does "compelling" mean?

• It is interesting.

• It can be supported with evidence.

• It is a fact.

A strong claim is debatable. How do we know it is debatable?

• It is interesting.

• It can be supported with evidence.

• It isn't a fact.

Strong claims identify the author's stance. What is a "stance"?

• something that is unclear

• the sentence stem

• the position

• a fact

What should you avoid when writing a claim?

• including your stance

• words like "I think" or "I feel"

• using evidence

Which of the following would be a good example of a claim?

• In most states, teens can drive at the age of 16.

• Kentucky should raise the driving age to 18.

• What do you think about the driving age?

Which of the following examples would be a good claim?

• I think athletes should drink sports drinks.

• Athletes should use sports drinks because they provide hydration.

• Some athletes use sports drinks to stay hydrated.

What is evidence? 

• Information that ties your claim to your warrant.
• Information that disproves your claim. 
• Information that supports your claim.
• Information that supports your warrant. 

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CCSS.RI.8.8

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CCSS.W.8.9A

Choose the best example of a good claim. 

• Mark Wahlberg is my favorite actor. 
• Mark Wahlberg was born in Boston, MA.
• Mark Wahlberg deserved to win an Oscar for his role in "The Fighter". 
• Mark Wahlberg has his own reality show.

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CCSS.W.8.1A

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