Claims
Definition
Claims are statements or assertions that express a position or viewpoint on a particular topic. They are the main arguments made in an essay or speech.
Related terms
Evidence: Facts, examples, statistics, or expert opinions that support a claim.
Counterclaim: A claim that opposes or disagrees with the main claim.
Warrant: The reasoning or justification that connects the evidence to the claim.
"Claims" appears in:
Subjects (2)
AP Human Geography
AP Seminar
Additional resources (3)
AP English Language - 2024 AP English Language and Composition Exam Guide
AP English Language - Unit 1 Overview: Claims, Reasoning, and Evidence
AP English Language - Unit 3 Overview: Perspectives and How Arguments Relate
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