Claims, Reasoning, and Details
Grade 8•45 minutes
Learning Objective
I can write claims based on a reading by using
Practice Questions
This lesson includes 7 practice questions to reinforce learning.
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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?
3. What is the purpose of reasoning in an argumentative statement? How does reasoning connect the evidence to the claim?
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