Question 1

What is a claim?

Accepted Answer

A statement that is arguable and can be proven by evidence.

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A personal opinion.

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A guess without proof.

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A fact that cannot be debated.

Question 2

What should you avoid starting your claim with?

Accepted Answer

I believe

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I suspect

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I know

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In my opinion

Question 3

What type of information constitutes evidence?

Accepted Answer

Reliable information that supports your claim.

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Opinions from friends.

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Your personal experiences.

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Random statements.

Question 4

What is the purpose of reasoning in an argument?

Accepted Answer

To connect your evidence to your claim.

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To summarize your argument.

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To confuse the reader.

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To make your claim more emotional.

Question 5

What is the relationship between claims and evidence?

Accepted Answer

Evidence supports and backs up the claim.

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Claims negate the evidence.

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They are the same thing.

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Evidence is irrelevant to claims.

Question 6

Why is evidence important when making a claim?

Accepted Answer

It provides reliable information that supports the claim.

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It makes the claim sound more interesting.

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It is required by teachers.

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It helps to confuse the reader.

Question 7

According to the video, how are smartphones related to mental health?

Accepted Answer

Overuse of smartphones is associated with anxiety, depression, stress, and low self-esteem.

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Smartphones have no effect on mental health.

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They improve mental health significantly.

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Only adults are affected by smartphones.

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