Put a checkmark next to all the STRONG reasons for this claim: Starbucks is more successful than Dunkin.

Starbucks has more stores worldwide.

Starbucks made more money last year.

Starbucks' stores are in more countries around the world.

Starbucks sells less donuts than Dunkin.

Your point of view on an issue that you will support with evidence.

When two people argue about an issue.

Persuading people to be on your side by using emotions

Making a valid point so the other person looks wrong

Reliable information that supports or backs up your claim.

Explaining what you know from personal experience

A statement used to hook the reader to the essay

Evidence is using pictures to show why you are right.

Which claim is written correctly?

Students should not chew gum in class.

We should be able to chew gum because it's just gum, come on.

No, you children should not chew gum in my class! That is so immature!

I disagree that students should not chew any type of gum in this class.

Give 2 reasons for this claim that makes the most sense: Students should be required to clean up the restrooms from top to bottom when they trash it in the schools....

because it teaches them responsibility and can prevent them from messing it up again

because the should clean up after themselves and their parents will be proud

because they are nasty and need to be taught a lesson

because it will show that they care about the school and help the janitors

Which one would be a good claim for someone who agrees with this statement? Should students be forced to say the pledge?

Students should be forced to say the pledge because it is a part of nationalism and not saying it is showing dishonor to their country.

No, we shouldn't because America is messed up these days!

yes, absolutely this is America, these kids are living in a free country, what's wrong with them?

What is the role of evidence in an argument?

To provide support and validation for the claim

To state the main point of the argument

Which of the following is an example of a reason? Ex. The city should invest in public transportation because it will reduce traffic congestion.

Because it will reduce traffic congestion

The city should invest in public transportation

Public transportation is available

Traffic congestion is a problem

Claims, Reasons, and Evidence

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Is the example below a claim, reason, or evidence?
Ex. Dogs make better pets than cats.

Claim

Reason

Evidence

Point of View

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.7.1

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Is the example below a claim, reason, or evidence?
Ex. Dogs can protect you from home intruders.

Claim

Reason

Evidence

Point of View

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RI.5.8

CCSS.RI.7.1

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Is the example below a claim, reason, or evidence?
Ex. Dr. Shelnutt, a veterinarian, said that, "Dogs have a protective instinct. They can sense danger, and they will do what they can to protect you."

Claim

Reason

Evidence

Point of View

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RI.5.8

CCSS.RL.7.1

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Is the example below a claim, reason, or evidence?
Ex. Pizza is a healthy alternative to fast food.

Claim

Reason

Evidence

Point of View

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RI.5.8

CCSS.RL.7.1

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

A claim argues a point that is supported by reasons which are backed up by evidence.

True

False

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Is the example below a claim, reason, or evidence?
Ex. Dr. Shelnutt, a veterinarian, said that, "Dogs have a protective instinct. They can sense danger, and they will do what they can to protect you."

Claim

Reason

Evidence

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RI.5.8

CCSS.RI.7.1

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Is the example below a claim, reason, or evidence?
Ex. Hybrid cars combine a gasoline engine with a battery-powered electric motor.

Claim

Reason

Evidence

Point fo View

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RI.5.8

CCSS.RI.7.8

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Claims, Reasons, and Evidence

Is the example below a claim, reason, or evidence?
Ex. Dogs make better pets than cats.

Is the example below a claim, reason, or evidence?
Ex. Dogs can protect you from home intruders.

Is the example below a claim, reason, or evidence?
Ex. Dr. Shelnutt, a veterinarian, said that, "Dogs have a protective instinct. They can sense danger, and they will do what they can to protect you."

Is the example below a claim, reason, or evidence?
Ex. Pizza is a healthy alternative to fast food.

A claim argues a point that is supported by reasons which are backed up by evidence.

Is the example below a claim, reason, or evidence?
Ex. Dr. Shelnutt, a veterinarian, said that, "Dogs have a protective instinct. They can sense danger, and they will do what they can to protect you."

Is the example below a claim, reason, or evidence?
Ex. Hybrid cars combine a gasoline engine with a battery-powered electric motor.

Put a checkmark next to all the STRONG reasons for this claim: Starbucks is more successful than Dunkin.

Is the example below a claim, reason, or evidence?
Ex. Hybrid cars are an effective strategy to fight pollution.

Read the example and identify the part in red as the claim, reason, or evidence.
Ex. Cats make better pets because you do not have to walk them. Cats are able to go to the bathroom in a litter box all by themselves.

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Claims, Reasons, and Evidence

Is the example below a claim, reason, or evidence?Ex. Dogs make better pets than cats.

Is the example below a claim, reason, or evidence?Ex. Dogs can protect you from home intruders.

Is the example below a claim, reason, or evidence?Ex. Dr. Shelnutt, a veterinarian, said that, "Dogs have a protective instinct. They can sense danger, and they will do what they can to protect you."

Is the example below a claim, reason, or evidence?Ex. Pizza is a healthy alternative to fast food.

A claim argues a point that is supported by reasons which are backed up by evidence.

Is the example below a claim, reason, or evidence?Ex. Dr. Shelnutt, a veterinarian, said that, "Dogs have a protective instinct. They can sense danger, and they will do what they can to protect you."

Is the example below a claim, reason, or evidence?Ex. Hybrid cars combine a gasoline engine with a battery-powered electric motor.

Put a checkmark next to all the STRONG reasons for this claim: Starbucks is more successful than Dunkin.

Is the example below a claim, reason, or evidence?Ex. Hybrid cars are an effective strategy to fight pollution.

Read the example and identify the part in red as the claim, reason, or evidence.Ex. Cats make better pets because you do not have to walk them. Cats are able to go to the bathroom in a litter box all by themselves.

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Is the example below a claim, reason, or evidence?
Ex. Dogs make better pets than cats.

Is the example below a claim, reason, or evidence?
Ex. Dogs can protect you from home intruders.

Is the example below a claim, reason, or evidence?
Ex. Dr. Shelnutt, a veterinarian, said that, "Dogs have a protective instinct. They can sense danger, and they will do what they can to protect you."

Is the example below a claim, reason, or evidence?
Ex. Pizza is a healthy alternative to fast food.

Is the example below a claim, reason, or evidence?
Ex. Dr. Shelnutt, a veterinarian, said that, "Dogs have a protective instinct. They can sense danger, and they will do what they can to protect you."

Is the example below a claim, reason, or evidence?
Ex. Hybrid cars combine a gasoline engine with a battery-powered electric motor.

Is the example below a claim, reason, or evidence?
Ex. Hybrid cars are an effective strategy to fight pollution.

Read the example and identify the part in red as the claim, reason, or evidence.
Ex. Cats make better pets because you do not have to walk them. Cats are able to go to the bathroom in a litter box all by themselves.