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Which of the following best describes a 'claim' in the context of argumentation?
Which of the following best describes a 'claim' in the context of argumentation?
- A question posed to the reader, inviting them to consider different perspectives.
- A personal preference that does not need justification.
- A statement of undisputed fact, widely accepted as truth.
- A declarative statement that the author believes to be true and can be argued. (correct)
Which of the following characteristics is NOT typically associated with a strong claim?
Which of the following characteristics is NOT typically associated with a strong claim?
- Obscurity (correct)
- Significance
- Specificity
- Arguability
A claim of policy is defined as:
A claim of policy is defined as:
- An argument that a specific course of action should be implemented. (correct)
- An effort to define a concept.
- A statement expressing a judgment about whether something is good or bad.
- A statement asserting the truth or falsehood of a fact.
Which question can help you identify the claim?
Which question can help you identify the claim?
What is the primary difference between an explicit and an implicit claim?
What is the primary difference between an explicit and an implicit claim?
If an author argues that 'the decline in bee populations is primarily caused by pesticide use,' what type of claim are they making?
If an author argues that 'the decline in bee populations is primarily caused by pesticide use,' what type of claim are they making?
Which of the following is the LEAST effective signal word used to indicate a claim within an argument?
Which of the following is the LEAST effective signal word used to indicate a claim within an argument?
Which of the following statements represents a claim of value?
Which of the following statements represents a claim of value?
In evaluating the quality of a claim, which of the following considerations refers to whether the claim avoids ambiguity and is easily understood by the audience?
In evaluating the quality of a claim, which of the following considerations refers to whether the claim avoids ambiguity and is easily understood by the audience?
When evaluating a claim, 'sufficiency' refers to:
When evaluating a claim, 'sufficiency' refers to:
Flashcards
What is a claim?
What is a claim?
A statement of fact or belief that the author puts forward as true; it is arguable and forms the main point of an argument.
Claim of fact
Claim of fact
Asserts something is true or false and can be verified with evidence.
Claim of value
Claim of value
Asserts something is good or bad, involving opinions and judgments.
Claim of policy
Claim of policy
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Claim of definition
Claim of definition
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Claim of cause and effect
Claim of cause and effect
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Arguable Claim
Arguable Claim
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Specific Claim
Specific Claim
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Clear Claim
Clear Claim
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Significant Claim
Significant Claim
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Study Notes
- A claim is a statement of fact the author believes is true.
- Claims are arguable.
- Claims can be opinions when supported by evidence.
- Claims are often about controversial or debatable topics.
- Claims can be explicit, meaning directly stated, or implicit, meaning suggested.
- A claim is a declarative statement serving as the main argument point.
- Claims are also known as assertions or propositions.
- Claims can be simple or complex and are evaluated for clarity, accuracy, relevance, and sufficiency.
Types of Claims
- Claims of fact assert something as true or false and are verified with evidence.
- Claims of value assert something as good or bad, involving judgements and opinions.
- Claims of policy argue for a specific action or policy implementation, advocating a particular course of action.
- Claims of definition define or classify something.
- Claims of cause and effect argue that one thing causes another.
Identifying Claims
- Identify statements that express a point of view or thesis statement.
- Claims can be statements that can be debated or challenged.
- Consider the author's purpose and the argument's context.
- Determine what the author is trying to convince you of.
- Signal words like "I believe," "I think," "in my opinion," "should," "must," "ought to," "it is important to," and "it is necessary to" may indicate a claim.
Characteristics of a Good Claim
- A good claim is arguable and debatable.
- A good claim is specific and avoids vague language.
- A good claim is clear and avoids jargon.
- A good claim is significant and important.
- A good claim is supported by evidence.
- A good claim is original.
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Description
Explore the definition and types of claims in arguments. Learn to identify claims of fact, value, policy, definition, and cause and effect. Understand how claims function as declarative statements that can be evaluated for clarity and accuracy.
