Understanding Claims

What is a claim?

• A claim is a statement that asserts something to be subjective or opinion-based.

• A claim is a statement that asserts something to be false or fictional.

• A claim is a statement that asserts something to be true or factual.

• A claim is a statement that asserts something to be uncertain or speculative.

Which of the following statements best defines a claim?

• A claim is a statement that is subjective and varies from person to person.

• A claim is a statement that is irrelevant and has no significance.

• A claim is a statement that is uncertain and cannot be proven.

• A claim is a statement that asserts something to be true or false.

Why is it important to support a claim with evidence?

• To confuse the audience and make the claim more convincing.

• To make the claim more subjective and open to interpretation.

• To save time and effort in providing evidence.

• To add credibility and validity to the claim.

Which of the following is an example of a claim?

• The moon is made of cheese.

• The earth is flat.

• Water boils at 50 degrees Celsius.

• Gravity is a myth.

True or False: A claim can be proven with absolute certainty.

• It depends

• False

• Sometimes

• True

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a strong claim?

• Specific and precise

• Supported by evidence

• Clear and concise

• Vague and general

Which of the following is an example of a WEAK claim?

• Exercise is the key to immortality.

• Drinking water will cure all diseases.

• Eating carrots will make you live forever.

• Using this shampoo will make your hair grow 10 inches overnight.

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.