Reason about what a piece is actually arguing
Establish the claim before deciding whether the draft supports it.
What this prompt helps you do
The actual argument, the one it appears to intend, and the gap between them.
When to use it
A draft covers a topic thoroughly without committing to a position.
What to prepare
The goal, relevant source material, constraints, examples, and the decision or action this should support.
How to get a strong result
If the argument cannot be stated in a sentence, the piece has not found it yet.
How to use this prompt
Replace each placeholder with accurate context. Paste the complete prompt into Claude, review the response critically, resolve important questions, and use it as a considered input to the next decision—not as an unchecked final answer.