In Grade 7 ELA, a claim is the main argument or point that someone is trying to make. Identifying the claim in a prompt is super important because it tells you what you need to focus on in your response. Think of it like this: the prompt is a question, and the claim is the beginning of the answer. Recognizing the claim helps you understand what the prompt is asking you to argue or explain. It's the starting point for a great essay or discussion!
Match the term with its definition:
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| 1. Claim | a. Evidence that supports your argument. |
| 2. Prompt | b. The central argument or point you are making. |
| 3. Evidence | c. To carefully examine and consider. |
| 4. Analyze | d. A statement that opposes another statement. |
| 5. Counterclaim | e. A question or statement that starts a discussion or essay. |
Choose the correct word from the word bank to complete the sentence.
Word Bank: argument, claim, evidence, analyze, prompt
Imagine you're writing an essay about whether students should wear school uniforms. What would be a strong claim you could make in support of uniforms?
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