Module 1 Lesson 4

Select the definition that matches the word

CLAIM

• how you prove your claim using sources

• connects your claim to your evidence to create an argument

• argues, convinces, or suggests something

• explanation of why a reader should consider the evidence and accept the claim

Which word matches this definition:

how you prove your claim using sources

• Claim

• detective work

• Evidence

• Counter Claim

A (an) -------- an opinion about a topic that is supported with evidence and reasoning

Evidence connects your claim to your evidence to create an argument

TRUE OR FALSE

• True

• False

A -------------- is an opposing claim ​ (a)   ​

• counter claim
• explanation
• claim

• evaluate

Reasoning is explanation of why a reader should consider the evidence and accept the claim

• True

• False