(6) Strategies for Writing Arguments

Argumentative writing requires clear, logical thinking 

and the know-how to appeal to readers' needs. 

• True

• False

The three major modes have dominated 

academic writing—narrative, explanatory, and 

argument.

• True

• False

Persuasion uses logic and evidence to build a case for a specific claim. 

• True

• False

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.8

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.8

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Your message will make a full impact without a clear main claim or opinion statement.

• True

• False

The appeal to logos means providing clear thinking and solid reasoning to support claims.

• True

• False

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

The appeal to pathos means building trust by citing reputable sources, providing factual evidence, and fairly presenting the issue

• True

• False

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Counterarguments point out a flaw or weakness in the objection.

• True

• False

Reading arguments with a missing claim statement is like driving through fog; you're never quite sure where you're headed.

• True

• False

National writing standards and the tests that assess them focus on persuasion rather than argumentation.

• True

• False

Argumentation uses logic and evidence to build a case for a specific claim.

• True

• False