Claim/Evidence/Reasoning

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What is a claim?

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A statement you believe to be true.

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What is evidence?

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Facts, statistics, or expert opinions that support a claim.

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What is reasoning?

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The explanation that connects the evidence to the claim.

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What type of statement is 'Students should not be required to do community service'?

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Claim statement.

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What is strong evidence?

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Facts.

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Which of the following is relevant evidence? 'In a recent study, 78% of students like community service.'

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Relevant evidence.

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What are good examples of evidence to support your claim?

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Research and survey results, statistics, expert opinions.

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What is the purpose of a claim in an argument?

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To state the main point or position.

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What role does evidence play in an argument?

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It supports and strengthens the claim.

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How does reasoning enhance an argument?

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It explains how the evidence supports the claim.