Claim
Definition
A claim is a statement that asserts a position or belief about a particular topic. It serves as the main point or thesis of an argument and requires support from evidence.
Analogy
Imagine you're at a party, and someone makes a bold statement about their favorite movie being the best ever. That statement represents their claim, which they will need to back up with reasons (evidence) if they want others to believe them.
Related terms
Thesis Statement: Similar to a claim, a thesis statement expresses the main idea or argument in academic writing.
Assertion: An assertion is another term for making a claim; it involves stating something as true without providing immediate proof.
Premise: A premise is a supporting statement that provides reasons or evidence for accepting a conclusion.
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Additional resources (8)
AP English Language - Reasoning and Organization MC Answers
AP English Language - Reasoning and Organization Multiple Choice Questions
AP English Language - English Language Multiple Choice
AP English Language - Argument Essay: Evidence
AP English Language - Multiple Choice Questions (Claims and Evidence)
AP English Language - MC Answers and Review (Claims and Evidence)
AP English Language - 6.1 Incorporating multiple perspectives strategically into an argument
AP English Language - Unit 7 Overview: Successful and Unsuccessful Arguments
Practice Questions (11)
What is the purpose of making a claim in an essay or written work?
How can evidence support a claim in an essay?
What relationship should evidence have with the claim it supports?
Why is it essential to use different types of evidence to support a claim effectively?
What should evidence be directly related to when supporting a claim?
Why is evidence necessary when making a claim in an essay?
How can authors evaluate the relevance of evidence for their claim?
What should one's claim in an RA essay focus on?
What is the purpose of using a modifier in a claim/argument?
When seeking evidence that supports a claim, it is important to:
What is an example of a claim?
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