TYPES OF

Mrs. Reese Miller

CLAIMS
LEARNING OBJECTIVES

1. Identify the different types of claims

2. Characterize each type of claim
 What is a "claim"?
A claim is a specific and arguable
statement that contains the main
point of an essay.
Three Types of Claims:

1. Claim of Fact

2. Claim of Value

3. Claim of Policy
 CLAIM OF FACT
- argues that a condition has existed,
is existing, or will continue to exist.
 Examples:

Water can be an alternative to gas.

Music can improve one's mental

health.
CLAIM OF VALUE
- makes a judgment of something to
show approval or disapproval.
 Examples:

Hope is what we need in trying

times.

It is better to try and fail than to

have not tried at all.
CLAIM OF POLICY
- states that something should or
should not be done and calls for an
action.
 Examples:

Paper bags should be used in

stores to minimize the use of
plastic.

Students should be taught how to

manage their privacy in the use of
social media sites.
 Thank you
for listening!
See you again tomorrow.