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Claim
MLA Formating
Counterclaim
Reasoning
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 does an in-text citation look like? 

Either: (Tyskewicz) or ("Extreme Sports")

100
What is a counterclaim?
A counterclaim is a statement that shows the opposite point of view.
100

What is reasoning?

Explanation to support how evidence proves a claim.

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

Explain the purpose of citing your evidence. 

To avoid plagiarism and show where you found that research and another person's ideas. It enhances your own credibility.

200

What is the counterclaim for the following claim? Students should wear school uniforms.

Students should not wear school uniforms.

200

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

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

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: Kids and extreme sports. 

Kids should be allowed to do extreme sports OR Kids should NOT be allowed to do extreme sports

300

Where do in-text citations go in an essay?

Immediately after researched evidence (at the end of the sentence).

300
What is the counterclaim for the following claim? NASA should send astronauts to live on Mars.
NASA should not send astronauts to live on Mars.
300

Give a piece of reasoning to support the following evidence: Extreme sports are linked to more head and neck injuries. 

This shows that although kids can get injured in any sports, the most severe injuries occur with extreme sports.

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

How should essays be spaced with MLA format? 

Double space
400
What is the difference between a counterclaim and a refute?
A counterclaim tells the opposite point of view while a refute tells why the opposite point of view is wrong or insufficient.
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. 

400
Make up evidence for the following argument: 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
What is the list of sources called at the bottom of your essay?

Works Cited

500
What is a good word/phrase to introduce a counterclaim?
Even though some critics say... Despite the fact that... Although the opposing argument is...
500

What is the purpose of explaining a counterclaim and refute 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.

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