ELD III: Justification Review

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What is a claim?

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A statement that asserts something to be true, which can be supported or opposed by evidence.

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What are reasons in an argument?

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Statements that support your claim. These are the 2-3 main points of your argument.

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What is evidence in the context of an argument?

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Information or data that supports a claim, such as facts, statistics, or expert opinions.

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What distinguishes a claim from a fact?

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A claim is a subjective statement that can be debated, while a fact is an objective statement that can be proven true or false.

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What is the purpose of providing reasons in an argument?

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To strengthen the claim by offering support and justification for it.

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What is an example of a claim?

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Digital books are better than paper books.

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What is NOT a claim?

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

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How can you identify a claim in a statement?

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Look for statements that express an opinion or belief that can be supported or challenged.

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What is the role of counterarguments in a discussion?

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To present opposing viewpoints that challenge the original claim, helping to strengthen the argument.

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What is elaboration in the context of an argument?

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Additional information or explanation that clarifies or expands on the reasons supporting a claim.