Argumentative Vocab.

This states what the author is trying to prove.

• Claim

• evidence

• example

• call to action

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.6.6

CCSS.RI.6.8

This grabs the readers attention and makes them want to continue reading.

• argument

• claim

• hook

• thesis

Information included in the introductory paragraph that is related to the argument and better helps the reader understand and appreciate the significance of the argument.

• thesis

• reason

• claim

• background

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.3

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.6.8

What is necessary for a claim to be effective?

• It must be supported with evidence from a credible source

• It must have a detailed description

• It must use dialogue

• It must introduce the topic

Tags

CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.W.5.2D

CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

In argumentative writing, why must the writer use a formal tone and precise language?

• It makes the essay longer.

• It ensures the essay is humorous.

• It helps to establish the writer's credibility and accurately conveys/shows the argument.

• It allows the use of slang, making the essay more relatable.

Tags

CCSS.L.6.3B

CCSS.W.6.1D

CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.W.6.4

Which of the following is NOT a part of argumentative writing?

• Personal stories as a form of evidence.

• A clear and debatable claim.

• Logical reasoning that links evidence to the claim.

• A structured organization that enhances the argument.

Tags

CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

a statement that supports the claim; tells why or how

• reason

• claim

• call to action

• thesis

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.W.6.1A

CCSS.W.6.1B

CCSS.W.6.1C

Facts; Proof from credible (trusted) sources that support the reasons given for your claim

• evidence

• claim

• hook

• reason

Tags

CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.W.5.2D

CCSS.W.6.2D

shows how the evidence logically supports the reason

• thesis

• hook

• explanation

• topic sentence

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.8

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

Usually comes at the conclusion (end) and the writer asks the reader to take action supporting the writer’s claim (position)

• thesis

• background

• claim

• call to action

Tags

CCSS.W.6.1E