Claim
Evidence
Reasoning
100
What is a claim?
A claim is a statement that tells your position or point of view in an argument.
100
What is evidence?
Evidence is facts, statistics, or quotes that support your argument.
100

What is reasoning?

Explanation to support how evidence proves a claim.

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
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
200

What is a good transition word/phrase to introduce reasoning? 

This shows that.... this reveals... this demonstrates... etc.

300

What would be an example of how to write a claim about the following question: Do we need water to survive?

We need water to survive

300
Make up evidence for the following argument: 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.
300

RANDOM:

What is an example of a geologic process?

flowing water or flowing lava

400

Write a claim for the following argument: School Start Time

School should start earlier OR school should start later

400

Which of the following is evidence?

A. Students are addicted to their cell phones. B. Research by Apple shows that students spend 10.5 hours per day on their phones. C. Students freak out when they can't find their phones.

B

400
True or False: Reasoning is always cited research that is a direct quote from an expert. 

False - Reasoning should be your own explanation to demonstrate relevance of evidence. 

500

What does CER stand for?

C- Claim

E- Evidence

R- Reasoning

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

What is the purpose of explaining a counterclaim in your argument?

To show the reader that you understand the opposing point of view and convince them that your point of view is better.

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