Writing a CLAIM

Which words should NOT be included in a claim?

• the best

• I think

• the worst

Which claim is correct?

• Amelia Earhart's plane crashed into the ocean.

• In my opinion, Amelia Earhart's plane crashed into the ocean.

• Out of all the theories, I believe that Amelia Earhart died in the ocean.

• Amelia Earhart is not dead, but still alive I think.

Why is this claim INCORRECT?

MY GROUP SAYS THAT AMONG US IS THE BEST VIDEO GAME.

• Because Fortnite is the best game.

• They didn't write any proof.

• They didn't write who was in their group.

• They use personal pronouns.

Which claim is written correctly?

• Video games are sometimes better than sport.

• We think playing video games should be considered a sport.

• Playing video games should be considered a sport.

• Video games are sports in my opinion.

Which claim is written correctly?

• Some people say boredom is bad for kids. I say it boredom can be good.

• It is good.

• I think boredom can help us develop creativity.

• Boredom is sometimes good for people.

Which claim is written correctly?

• I think it would be really cool to explore the Titanic.

• Exploring the Titanic would be an interesting experience.

• It is too dangerous and costs too much money.

• The Titanic is a famous ship that hit an iceberg and sunk.

Which claim is written correctly?

• It is sometimes okay to lie.

• I would never tell a lie.

• Lying is dishonest.

• In the article the author gives examples of when it is okay to lie.

What makes a good claim?

• It uses the words "I" or "ME" or "MY"

• It gives your opinion.

• It explains how you feel about the topic.

• It is something that you can prove with evidence.