Identify Claim

Which sentence is the claim?

• Lou Malnati's Pizzeria first opened in 1971.

• In 2011, Lou Malnati opened their biggest pizzeria in Chicago.

• Even though there are several restaurants that sell pizza, Lou Malnati's is the best.

• They will continue to serve pizza lovers.

Which sentence is the claim?

• American Idol has been on TV for several seasons.

• Kelly Clarkson was the first winner of the singing competition.

• Most people think that Kelly Clarkson is still the best singer that has been on the show.

• The show first debuted in 2001.

Which sentence is the claim?

• Reese's peanut butter cups are the world's best candy.

• Created in 1928 by H.B. Reese, they are milk chocolate creation made out of chocolate coated peanut butter.

• They are marketed by Hershey.

Research shows less than 52% of Americans do not leave the country in their lifetime. There is so much to see, different customs to learn, and opportunities for people who travel the world. Everyone should travel a new country.

Which sentence is the claim?

• Research shows less than 52% of Americans do not leave the country in their lifetime.

• There is so much to see, different customs to learn, and opportunities for people who travel the world.

• Everyone should travel a new country.

Which sentence is the claim?

• Strep throat, colds, and other flu-like sickness are going around.

• Many students are having to miss several days of school.

• Washing your hands several times a day is very important.

• If you do not, you are at higher risk of getting sick.

Your position or opinion on a topic is...

• a direct quote

• a rebuttal

• a claim

• textual evidence

The _______ is the opinion that the author gives in an argumentative text.

• facts

• evidence

• claim

• support

Which sentence is the claim?

• A) The sun rises in the east.

• B) Many people believe that the sun is the most important star.

• C) The sun is a star.

• D) The sun sets in the west.

Which sentence is the claim?

• A) Water boils at 100 degrees Celsius.

• B) Some people think that drinking water is the best way to stay healthy.

• C) Ice melts at 0 degrees Celsius.

• D) Water is a liquid at room temperature.

Which sentence is the claim?

• A) Shakespeare wrote many plays.

• B) Some critics argue that Shakespeare's works are overrated.

• C) Shakespeare was born in 1564.

• D) Shakespeare's plays are performed worldwide.