Author's Claim, Reasons, and Evidence Flashcard

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What is an author's claim?

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An author's claim is the main point or argument that the author is trying to make in a text.

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What are reasons in a text?

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Reasons are the explanations or justifications that support the author's claim.

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What is evidence in writing?

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Evidence consists of facts, examples, or details that support the author's claim and reasons.

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Why is exercise beneficial?

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Exercise is beneficial because it improves cardiovascular health, increases muscle strength, enhances mental health, and helps with weight management.

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What is the claim in the statement: 'Eating fruits and vegetables is important for a balanced diet'?

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The claim is that eating fruits and vegetables is important for a balanced diet.

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What does it mean to support a claim?

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To support a claim means to provide reasons and evidence that back up the main argument.

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What are some benefits of reading?

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Reading helps improve vocabulary, comprehension, and critical thinking skills.

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What makes dogs great pets?

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Dogs are great pets because they are loyal, affectionate, provide companionship, and can be trained.

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What is the difference between a claim and evidence?

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A claim is the main argument, while evidence is the support that backs up that claim.

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How can you identify an author's claim in a text?

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You can identify an author's claim by looking for the main point the author is trying to communicate.