Claims, Reasoning, and Details

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Objective

I can write claims based on a reading by using

Part 1 of 3

Warm-up video

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Part 2 of 3

Practice

7 questions

1

Define what a claim is in the context of an argumentative statement. What distinguishes a claim from a simple opinion?

2

Explain the role of evidence in supporting a claim. Why is it important to cite sources when presenting evidence?

Part 3 of 3

Exit ticket

Quick comprehension check

Read the following sentence: "Students who read for at least 30 minutes a day tend to perform better on standardized reading tests." Write a claim based on this sentence. Read the following sentence: "Drinking sugary drinks has been linked to an increased risk of type 2 diabetes." Write a claim based on this sentence.

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