CERC Writing

What is a claim?

• An animal that has a hard shell and lives in the ocean.

• Conclusion sentence of a CERC paragraph.

• A sentence that provides evidence.

• It is the writer's answer to the writing prompt or question. (Firm stance)

Strong evidence may include _______________ to support your claim. (Check all that apply)

• Facts

• Data

• Your opinion

• Direct quotes

• Irrelevant details from the text

What is the purpose of reasoning your use of evidence?

• Because the teacher asked me to...

• Explains HOW or WHY the evidence supports or proves your claim.

• Makes my paragraph longer.

• To restate/rephrase the quote I used.

What are some examples of a strong conclusion? (Check all that apply)

• Introducing a new idea

• Summary of your supporting evidence

• Revists claim

What does the acronym CERC mean?

• Conclusion, Evidence, Reason, Claim

• Claim, Evidence, Reason, Conclusion

CERC writing should never begin with (check all that apply):

• Yes

• Answering the question

• Restating the question

• No

In CERC writing, you should avoid phrases like (check all that apply):

• I think...

• For instance...

• I believe...

• In my opinion...

• The author states...

Strong CERC paragraphs include (check all that apply):

• Transition words

• Misspelled words

• Tranistion phrases

• Floating quotes