What's the Claim

Which sentence is the claim?

• Over 75% of today's teens have a social media account.

• Our way of communication has shifted towards interacting over the internet rather than face-to-face.

• Social media is ruining many friendships today, and we need to change this.

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.

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. 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.

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.

Which sentence is the claim?

• A) The novel '1984' was published in 1949.

• B) George Orwell is a renowned author.

• C) '1984' presents a dystopian future that warns against totalitarianism.

• D) Many people have read '1984'.

Which sentence is the claim?

• A) Shakespeare wrote many plays.

• B) 'Macbeth' is a tragedy that explores the dangers of ambition.

• C) 'Macbeth' was first performed in 1606.

• D) The play is set in Scotland.

Which sentence is the claim?

• A) The poem uses vivid imagery.

• B) The poem's theme is the fleeting nature of time.

• C) The poem was written in the 19th century.

• D) The poet was inspired by nature.

Which sentence is the claim?

• A) The protagonist is a young girl.

• B) The story is set in a small town.

• C) The novel explores the theme of identity and self-discovery.

• D) The author won an award for this book.

Which sentence is the claim?

• A) The essay argues that technology is beneficial to education.

• B) Many schools have adopted new technologies.

• C) Students use tablets and computers in class.

• D) Technology has changed the way teachers teach.

Which sentence is the claim?

• A) The film was released in 1995.

• B) The director is known for his unique style.

• C) The movie's central message is about the importance of family.

• D) The film won several awards.