Claims, Evidence and Reasoning

A claim is ______________________________.

• a kind of shellfish often used in chowder. 

• a fact.

• a statement or conclusion that answers the original question or problem
  

• a bad thing to make about something.

Answer explanation

A claim is best defined as a statement or conclusion that answers the original question or problem. This choice accurately captures the essence of what a claim represents in discussions or arguments.

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Evidence is ___________________

• A statement or conclusion that answers a question

• Scientific data that supports the claim

• A justification that connects the claim to the evidence

• Not vital when using an argument

Answer explanation

Evidence is defined as scientific data that supports the claim, making it essential for validating arguments. The other options do not accurately describe evidence.

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Reasoning is __________________.

• A statement of conclusion that answers the original question/problem

• Scientific data that supports the claim

• A justification that connects the evidence to the claim

• Empirical Evidence

Answer explanation

Reasoning is a justification that connects the evidence to the claim, explaining how the evidence supports the conclusion. This choice accurately describes the role of reasoning in the context of argumentation.

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True or False?
Details from an image can be textual evidence.

• True

• False

Answer explanation

True. Details from an image, such as text or labels, can serve as textual evidence, supporting claims or arguments in various contexts.

Which of the following is NOT a claim?

• California is the best state in the USA.

• Twinkies taste better than other snack cakes because of their texture, their creamy filling, and their golden appearance.

• The school year began on August 18 and will end on June 4

• Christmas is the best holiday of the year.

Answer explanation

The statement 'The school year began on August 18 and will end on June 4' is a factual statement, not a claim, as it presents a specific date without expressing an opinion or belief.

According to the American Health Association, peanut butter is a great source of protein.

• Claim

• Evidence

Answer explanation

The statement from the American Health Association about peanut butter being a great source of protein serves as evidence supporting the claim. Therefore, the correct answer is 'Evidence'.

Air is matter. We found that the weight of the ball increases by .5lbs each time we pumped more air into it. This shows that air has weight, one of the characteristics of matter.
Which sentence is the claim?

• Air is matter.

• We found that the weight of the ball increases by .5lbs each time we pumped more air into it.

• This shows that air has weight, one of the characteristics of matter.

Answer explanation

The claim is "Air is matter." This statement asserts a fundamental idea about air, while the other sentences provide evidence and reasoning to support this claim.

Air is matter. We found that the weight of the ball increases by .5lbs each time we pumped more air into it. This shows that air has weight, one of the characteristics of matter.
Which sentence is the evidence?

• Air is matter.

• We found that the weight of the ball increases by .5lbs each time we pumped more air into it.

• This shows that air has weight, one of the characteristics of matter.

Answer explanation

The evidence is found in the sentence "We found that the weight of the ball increases by .5lbs each time we pumped more air into it." This directly demonstrates that adding air increases weight, supporting the claim that air has weight.

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What does Evidence mean? 

• All scientific data that supports your claim

• An opinion

• Statement you believe to be true

• A statement of an opposing argument

Answer explanation

Evidence refers to all scientific data that supports your claim, making it the correct choice. Other options like opinions or opposing arguments do not constitute evidence.

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What does Reasoning mean?

• A solid and reasonable argument

• A written response to a claim

• An explanation that connects your evidence back to the claim

• An opinion you believe in 

Answer explanation

Reasoning is about explaining how your evidence supports your claim. The correct choice highlights this connection, making it clear that reasoning involves linking evidence back to the main argument.

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