Claim
Thesis Statement
Evidence
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What is a claim?
A claim is a statement that tells your position or point of view in an argument.
100

What is a thesis statement?

A thesis statement is one sentence that shows your claim and 3 reasons.

100
What is evidence?
Evidence is facts, statistics, or quotes that support your argument.
200
Which of the following is a claim? a. Students should wear uniforms because they are cool. b. Students should not wear uniforms. c. Students should not wear uniforms because they are ugly.
B
200
Where is a thesis statement located in an essay?
A thesis statement is located at the end of the introduction paragraph.
200
Which of the following is not evidence? a. 90% of girls like the color green b. 1 out of 5 boys plays basketball c. a scientist explains that "loud music can harm your hearing" d. listening to loud music is fun
d. listening to loud music is fun
300

Write a claim for the following argument: cell phones in the classroom

Cell phones should be allowed in the classroom 

or

Cell phones should not be allowed in the classroom.

300

What is the formula for writing a thesis statement?

Claim + 3 reasons

300

Make up evidence for the following reason: Cats make better pets than dogs because they are easier to take care of.

Fact, statistic, or quote. Examples: While dogs need to be fed twice a day, cats can feed themselves if you leave the food out for them. 75% of cat owners say that they never have to think about feeding their cat. 1 out of 4 dog owners dread feeding their dog.

400
Write a claim for the following argument: School Start Time
School should start earlier OR school should start later
400

What can you add to a thesis statement to take it to the next level?

The counterclaim

400

Make up evidence for the following reason: Glasses are better than contacts because they take less time to put on.

fact, statistic, or quote Examples: Only 23% of contact wearers say they don't mind the time it takes. 3 out of 4 people who wear glasses say they switched to glasses because of the hassle of putting in contacts.

500
What is the difference between a claim and a thesis statement?
A thesis statement tells your point of view AND your reasons, while a claim only tells your point of view.
500

Write a thesis statement for the following argument: School Uniforms

Students should/should not wear uniforms because of (reason 1), (reason 2), and (reason 3).

500
What is a good phrase to introduce evidence?
For example... One study shows... A man who was interviewed explains...
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