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What is an author's claim?

an author's primary reason for writing a text
a belief that is easily proved to be correct
an opinion or viewpoint in a persuasive text
a judgement of something based on a set of standards

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An author's claim is "an opinion or viewpoint in a persuasive text."

Briefly: it's the main assertion the author wants you to accept and supports with reasons and evidence.