What is a claim?

select one:
a. a statement that responds to and defends against something
b. a statement that takes a stand on a controversial issue
c. an analysis of a controversial issue using arguments
d. an analysis of a personal situation using opinions

The correct answer is B. A statement that takes a stand on a controversial issue.

Explanation:

A claim is your opinion about a particular topic - it is something that you want to prove, or convince your audience to believe as well. Your claim has to be arguable, meaning that some people will agree or disagree with you; you cannot write your own personal feelings about a particular topic - a claim has to be objective.

The first option refers to counterclaim rather than claim.