Writer's Clаim Whаt is the writer аrguing abоut that issue? (Write it as a statement sоmeоne could disagree with.) Writing Reminder Write 2-4 complete sentences in your own words Provide one textual reference (a short quote or specific paraphrase) + page # that supports your answer Tip Claim and purpose are different. The claim is what the writer argues. The purpose is what the writer wants that argument to accomplish with readers.