Claims and evidence

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What is evidence?

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Information that supports or proves a claim.

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According to the American Health Association, peanut butter is a great source of protein. Is this a claim or evidence?

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Evidence.

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What is a strong claim?

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An arguable statement that is well-supported and can be defended.

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What is a claim?

Back

It is an arguable statement that can be supported by evidence.

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What is a weak claim?

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An arguable statement that lacks sufficient support or evidence.

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Why is evidence important in an argument?

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It helps to support and validate the claim being made.

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Give an example of a strong claim.

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Teenagers should have curfews at night to prevent them from getting into trouble.

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What does it mean to support a claim?

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To provide evidence or reasoning that backs up the claim.

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What is the relationship between claims and evidence?

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Claims are statements that can be supported by evidence.

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What is a justification in the context of claims and evidence?

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A reasoning that connects the claim to the evidence.