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What is a Reason?

• A statement that summarizes the main idea.

• An explanation that connects the evidence to the claim. It shows why the evidence supports the claim.

• A question that seeks clarification.

• A fact that is universally accepted.

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How can you identify Evidence in a statement?

• Look for opinions or beliefs that support a claim.

• Look for facts or data that support a claim, such as statistics or testimonials.

• Look for emotional appeals that resonate with the audience.

• Look for vague statements that lack clarity.

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Why is it important to provide Evidence in a Claim?

• Evidence is not necessary for a claim.

• Evidence strengthens the claim by providing factual support, making the argument more convincing.

• Evidence can be ignored if the claim is strong enough.

• Evidence is only needed in legal claims.

Example of a Reason: "Science teachers know how to mix ingredients safely."

• This explains why Ms. Ellis would be good in a cooking competition.

• This shows that science teachers are not good at cooking.

• This indicates that Ms. Ellis has never cooked before.

• This suggests that cooking is unrelated to science.

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What is the definition of claim?

• A recognition of the opposing sides argument in order to prove it wrong.

• The main argument being made by the speaker. Like a thesis, this must be arguable.

• Credible sources such as statistics, quotes, and facts.

• Support for why the speaker’s claim is valid.

Popcorn is America’s favorite snack food. Popcorn has been around for over 200 years!  It was originally made by Native Americans.  17 billion quarts of popcorn are sold each year, more than any other snack food.  Nebraska produces the most popcorn out of any other state. Since more popcorn is sold than any other snack food, it must be America’s favorite!

Which of the sentence is the claim ?

• Popcorn is America's favorite snack food.

• Popcorn has been around for over 200 years!

• 17 billion quarts of popcorn are sold each year, more than any other snack food.

• Since more popcorn is sold than any other snack food, it must be America's favorite!

Popcorn is America’s favorite snack food. Popcorn has been around for over 200 years!  It was originally made by Native Americans.  17 billion quarts of popcorn are sold each year, more than any other snack food.  Nebraska produces the most popcorn out of any other state. Since more popcorn is sold than any other snack food, it must be America’s favorite!

Which sentence is a reason ?

• Popcorn is America's favorite snack food.

• Popcorn has been around for over 200 years!

• 17 billion quarts of popcorn are sold each year, more than any other snack food.

• Since more popcorn is sold than any other snack food, it must be America's favorite!

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Tom Brady is the best NFL quarterback of all time!  Tom Brady plays for the New England Patriots.  This is the only team he has played for.  He is 42 years old and is 6’4” tall.  Tom Brady has played in nine super bowls, winning six of them!  This is more than any other player in NFL history!  Tom Brady has surpassed so many records as a player, he is definitely the best.

Which sentence is the claim?

• Tom Brady plays for the New England Patriots.

• This is the only team he has played for.

• Tom Brady is the best NFL quarterback of all time!

• This is more than any other player in NFL history!

Tom Brady is the best NFL quarterback of all time!  Tom Brady plays for the New England Patriots.  This is the only team he has played for.  He is 42 years old and is 6’4” tall.  Tom Brady has played in nine super bowls, winning six of them!  This is more than any other player in NFL history!  Tom Brady has surpassed so many records as a player, he is definitely the best.

Which sentence is a valid reason to support the claim?

• Tom Brady plays for the New England Patriots.

• This is the only team he has played for.

• Tom Brady is the best NFL quarterback of all time!

• This is more than any other player in NFL history!

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Tom Brady is the best NFL quarterback of all time!  Tom Brady plays for the New England Patriots.  This is the only team he has played for.  He is 42 years old and is 6’4” tall.  Tom Brady has played in nine super bowls, winning six of them!  This is more than any other player in NFL history!  Tom Brady has surpassed so many records as a player, he is definitely the best.

Which sentence is evidence?

• Tom Brady has played in nine super bowls, winning six of them!

• This is the only team he has played for.

• Tom Brady plays for the New England Patriots.

• This is more than any other player in NFL history!

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