The writer's point or position regarding the chosen topic, usually found in the introduction or first few paragraphs
Characteristics of good claims
Argumentative and debatable
Specific and focused
Interesting and engaging
Logical with reasonable support
Types of claims
Claims of fact
Claims of value
Claims of policy
Claims of fact
Claims referring to conditions that have existed, exist, or will exist, based on data, documents, and scientific observation/research
Claims of value
Value judgments made based on morals, standards, and norms
Claims of policy
Specific and measurable actions that need to be done to address issues or concerns, arguing that certain conditions should exist and advocating for the adoption of policies or courses of action
Winning by cheating is worse than losing honesty
The recent earthquake in the Philippines in January 2021 registered 7.0 on the Richter scale
Teachers are expected to retire on or before their 60th birthday
Earthquake prediction technology is an important aspect of the Philippine national defense strategy
Hospitals will prioritize patients with severe COVID-19 symptoms
The increase of population threatens the environment
