Author's Claim Review

What is author's Purpose?

• A statement about a topic

• An argument against a claim

• The reason someone is writing

• A fact you state

Answer explanation

The author's purpose refers to the reason someone is writing, which is the main focus of the text or piece of writing.

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.6

CCSS.RI.8.9

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.6

CCSS.RI.7.6

What is a counterclaim?

• A statement about a topic

• An argument against a claim

• The reason someone is writing

• A fact you state

Answer explanation

A counterclaim is an argument against a claim, presenting an opposing viewpoint or evidence to challenge the original assertion.

There are many more fun activities to do in the summer.

• Claim

• Evidence

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'Claim' because it states a general statement without providing any supporting evidence.

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.7.1

What is a claim? 

• A false statement 

• A true statement 

• A reasonable statement 

• An arguable statement 

Answer explanation

A claim is an arguable statement, meaning it can be debated or challenged for validity or truthfulness.

What is evidence? 

• Information that ties your claim to your warrant.

• Information that disproves your claim. 

• Information that supports your claim.

• Information that supports your warrant. 

Answer explanation

Evidence is information that supports your claim, not necessarily the warrant. It helps strengthen the argument by providing relevant facts or data.

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RL.7.1

What is a claim in an argumentative context?

• A statement presented without evidence

•  A statement supported by evidence

• A conclusion drawn from personal opinion

• A statement intended to confuse the audience

Answer explanation

A claim in an argumentative context is a statement supported by evidence, making it the correct choice.

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

• Clear and specific

• Supported by reliable evidence

• Based solely on personal belief

• •  Relevant to the argument

Answer explanation

The characteristic that is NOT a strong claim is 'Based solely on personal belief.' Strong claims should be supported by evidence, clear, specific, and relevant to the argument.

What is a counterclaim?

• A claim that directly opposes the main argument

• A claim that strengthens the main argument

• A claim made by the audience

• A claim unrelated to the main argument

Answer explanation

A counterclaim is a claim that directly opposes the main argument, providing an alternative perspective or viewpoint.

Which of the following is a strategy for effectively addressing counterclaims?

•  Ignoring counterclaims altogether

• Refuting counterclaims with evidence and reasoning

• Introducing new counterclaims to confuse the audience

• Admitting defeat and conceding to the counterclaim

Answer explanation

To effectively address counterclaims, it is important to refute them with evidence and reasoning to strengthen your argument.

In an argumentative essay, what role does evidence play in supporting a claim?

• Evidence is unnecessary if the claim is strong enough.

• Evidence strengthens the claim and makes it more convincing.

• Evidence weakens the claim and should be avoided.

• • Evidence distracts from the main claim and should be omitted.

Answer explanation

Evidence strengthens the claim and makes it more convincing.