HELP What is relevant evidence for a claim in argumentative writing?

a precise statement about an issue
a shocking, true statement about an issue
information that gives the reader background
information that proves that reasons are valid

What kind of contact did christopher columbus and native americans initially have?

Prior to which amendment were slaves counted as three-fifths of a personality

John locke viewed the social contract as a choice or "consent of the governed", where the people possess the power to change government. how did thomas hobbes see the social contract? man is born in chains, but can be set free through good deeds. man is born happy, but becomes more miserable as he ages. man is born poor, but can rely on other individuals for security. man is born selfish, but can give up some freedom in return for security provided by the government.