Trace/Eval Author's Argument

What is an argument?

• enough evidence provided

• an attempt to convince others to think or act in a certain way

• facts or supporting information that provides proof of a claim

• a statement of the author's perspective that must be proved

What is a claim

• enough evidence provided

• an attempt to convince others to think or act in a certain way

• facts or supporting information that provides proof of a claim

• a statement of the author's perspective that must be proved

What is evidence?

• enough evidence provided

• an attempt to convince others to think or act in a certain way

• facts or supporting information that provides proof of a claim

• a statement of the author's perspective that must be proved

What is a sound argument?

• enough evidence provided

• an attempt to convince others to think or act in a certain way

• facts or supporting information that provides proof of a claim

• a statement of the author's perspective that must be proved

• valid, reliable, and reputable

What is relevant evidence?

• evidence that specifically supports the claim

• an attempt to convince others to think or act in a certain way

• facts or supporting information that provides proof of a claim

• a statement of the author's perspective that must be proved

• valid, reliable, and reputable

What is sufficient evidence?

• evidence that specifically supports the claim

• an attempt to convince others to think or act in a certain way

• facts or supporting information that provides proof of a claim

• a statement of the author's perspective that must be proved

• enough evidence is provided to support the claim

What is the author's position

• Outdoor adventure is more important than family

• Going outdoors is one of life's great pleasures

• Staying outside makes life dull and boring

• It is better to hike along trails than walk around the block

What claim does the author make?

• The buffalo nickel is one of the most valuable collector coins

• Native Americans utilized almost every part of the buffalo

• The buffalo were similar to the periodic table of elements

• Tribes used pieces of the buffalo for shelter, warmth, and function