Understanding Claims, Facts, and Opinions

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What is a claim in a text?

An argumentative statement (correct)

A belief or viewpoint

A true piece of information

A way of thinking about something

Which type of claim asserts that something has existed, exists, or will exist based on data?

Opinion claim

Claim of policy

Claim of fact (correct)

Fact claim

What is the main characteristic of a good claim in a text?

Can be validated through science

Is solely based on opinions

Encourages readers to consider the writer's perspective (correct)

Results from unreasonable weighing of support provided

What distinguishes a claim of policy from a claim of fact?

Claim of policy suggests specific actions should be taken Signup and view all the answers

Which type of claim requires validation through reliable sources or systematic procedures?

Claim of fact Signup and view all the answers

What is the key characteristic of a claim of fact?

Can be objectively proven Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of a claim of policy?

Plans of action to solve current problems Signup and view all the answers

Which type of claims are almost subjective and require persuasive arguments to defend?

Claims of value Signup and view all the answers

How can one defend a claim of policy effectively?

By appealing to emotions and addressing beliefs Signup and view all the answers

What is a key characteristic of claims of value?

They involve discussions on desirability Signup and view all the answers

Which guideline is essential for defending a claim of policy?

Show that your proposed law or policy is the best solution Signup and view all the answers

What should one focus on when preparing persuasive explanations for a claim of value?

Emotions and beliefs Signup and view all the answers

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What is a claim in a text?

Which type of claim asserts that something has existed, exists, or will exist based on data?

What is the main characteristic of a good claim in a text?

What distinguishes a claim of policy from a claim of fact?

Which type of claim requires validation through reliable sources or systematic procedures?

What is the key characteristic of a claim of fact?

What is the main focus of a claim of policy?

Which type of claims are almost subjective and require persuasive arguments to defend?

How can one defend a claim of policy effectively?

What is a key characteristic of claims of value?

Which guideline is essential for defending a claim of policy?

What should one focus on when preparing persuasive explanations for a claim of value?

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