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A statement or position that answers a question or takes a stance.
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Facts, details, data, or examples used to support a claim.
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A specific piece of information from a text that is used as evidence to support, clarify, or justify a claim, interpretation, or analysis.
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The explanation that connects the evidence to the claim.
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To defend an answer using evidence and logical explanation.
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To examine closely and explain how parts relate to the whole.
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To explain the meaning of information or text.
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To draw a logical conclusion based on evidence and prior knowledge.
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To quote or reference specific evidence from a source.
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To give a brief statement of the main ideas.
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To judge the value or effectiveness using criteria and evidence.
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To identify similarities between ideas or items.
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To identify differences between ideas or items.
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To combine ideas from multiple sources into a new understanding.
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To make something clear by describing how or why it happens.
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To back up a claim with relevant evidence.
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An opposing viewpoint to a claim.
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A response that disproves or challenges a counterclaim.
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The background information surrounding an event, idea, or text.
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A particular point of view shaped by experiences or beliefs.
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To add important details that clarify or expand an idea.
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The author’s attitude toward the subject or audience.
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and Effect The relationship between an event and the results it produces.
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A preference or prejudice that influences perspective.
