Author's Claim (opinion)

An author's central argument in their writing is the _____.

• claim

• evidence

• supporting details

• reasons

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.W.3.1B

Which of the following statements does not contain a claim?

• Indiana is the best state in the United States of America.

• Twinkies taste better than other snack foods.

• The study of reptiles is called "herpetology."

• The temperature in this room is not comfortable.

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

The statement, "Coca-Cola is the best soft-drink company in the world." is _____.

• a claim

• evidence

• valid

• invalid

That statement, "As of 2016, Coca-Cola sold its products to citizens in 90% of the countries in the world; Pepsi sold to the second highest percentage, at 75%." is _____.

• a claim

• evidence

Tags

CCSS.RI.1.9

CCSS.RI.2.9

CCSS.RI.4.8

CCSS.RL.1.5

CCSS.RL.4.5

I never like it when they start to singing. Birthday parties are truly the worst! People singing, super sweet cake, and worst of all, presents. What is the author's point of view on the topic?

• The author enjoys birthday parties.

• The author does not like birthday parties.

• The author loves getting birthday presents.

Tags

CCSS.RI.2.6

CCSS.RI.3.6

CCSS.RL.3.6

CCSS.RL.4.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

I went to the movies this weekend with my best friend. We saw Frozen 2. We dressed up and got popcorn with butter! It was such a fun time.

What is the author's claim?

• Going to the movies with your friend can be fun

• Popcorn does not taste good

• Frozen 2 was not a good movie

Tags

CCSS.RL.1.3

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3