AP Lang & Comp: Claims and Evidence

What is a position in an argument?

• A statement that contradicts the main argument

• The main point the author is trying to make

• A piece of evidence supporting the argument

• A question raised by the argument

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CCSS.W.11-12.1

CCSS.W.11-12.1A

Which of the following best defines a claim in an argument?

• An inquiry into the validity of the argument

• A factual statement that supports the argument

• A statement that the author wishes to prove as true

• A summary of the argument

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CCSS.W.11-12.1A

CCSS.W.11-12.1B

What is evidence in the context of an argument?

• An opinion that supports the claim

• A question that challenges the claim

• Factual information that supports the claim

• A restatement of the claim

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CCSS.RI.11-12.1

CCSS.W.11-12.1

CCSS.W.11-12.1B

Which of the following best describes reasoning in an argument?

• The process of coming to a conclusion on the basis of evidence

• The repetition of the main claim for emphasis

• The presentation of counterarguments

• The citation of sources

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.SL.11-12.3

CCSS.W.11-12.1

CCSS.W.11-12.1B

Identify the claim in the following argument: "Due to its high levels of antioxidants, green tea is beneficial for heart health."

• Green tea has high levels of antioxidants

• Green tea is beneficial for heart health

• Antioxidants are important

• Heart health is important

What role does reasoning play in connecting evidence to a claim?

• It restates the evidence for clarity

• It provides a logical explanation of how the evidence supports the claim

• It introduces new evidence

• It summarizes the claim

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CCSS.W.11-12.1

CCSS.W.11-12.1A

CCSS.W.11-12.1B

In an argument, what is the purpose of providing evidence?

• To make the argument longer

• To persuade the audience of the claim's validity

• To introduce new claims

• To address counterarguments

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CCSS.W.11-12.1

CCSS.W.11-12.1B

How does reasoning differ from evidence in an argument?

• Reasoning is the evidence itself

• Reasoning explains why the evidence is relevant to the claim

• Reasoning is another term for the claim

• Reasoning introduces new evidence

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CCSS.SL.11-12.3

CCSS.SL.11-12.4

CCSS.W.11-12.1

Which of the following is an essential component of an argument?

• A detailed narrative

• A clear position

• Multiple perspectives

• A humorous tone

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CCSS.SL.11-12.4

CCSS.W.11-12.1

CCSS.W.11-12.1A

CCSS.W.11-12.1B

CCSS.W.11-12.1C