What should you do after presenting text evidence?

Explain how that evidence proves your point.

Transition to another paragraph

Evidence (in argument writing)

Facts, statistics, survey results, interviews, quotes, anecdotes and any research that supports the claim.

A question that gets the reader to think about the topic and question their own stance on a topic

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last paragraph of the essay where the argument is wrapped up

The first paragraph in the essay, meant to introduce the topic

CONNECTS the evidence to the claim

Most essays have 3 body paragraphs. Each body paragraph contains a topic sentence, anecdotes and any research that supports the claim.

Counterclaim/counterargument

the part of the conclusion paragraph where the writer brings up the opposing side’s argument

when the writer explains how the counterclaim is WRONG, turns back to the writer’s original claim.

CONNECTS the evidence to the claim

when the writer explains how the counterclaim is WRONG

Argumentative writing

A type of writing where the writer tries to convince the reader of a point, after presenting two sides of an issue. Includes reasons and evidence.

A type of writing where the reader is left with a cliff hanger

A type of writing where the writer tells their life story

A type of writing where the writer only argues ONE side and does NOT mention the opposing side.

Each of these contains a topic sentence, anecdotes and any research that supports the claim. Most essays have 3 body paragraphs.

the part of the conclusion paragraph where the writer brings up the opposing side’s argument

last paragraph of the essay where the argument is wrapped up

Information that helps the reader understand the issue at hand

when the writer explains how the counterclaim is WRONG, turns back to the writer’s original claim.

CONNECTS the evidence to the claim

States the claim and reasons that the essay will argue, the last sentence of the first paragraph

Grabs the reader’s attention, some hooks include (interesting fact, scenario, question, quote)

What is a counterargument in argument writing?

C) An opposing viewpoint to the main argument

A) A statement that supports the main claim

B) A reason to back up the claim

D) A summary of the main points

Which of the following is a characteristic of a strong claim in argument writing?

A) It is a widely accepted fact

What role does evidence play in argument writing?

B) It supports the claim with facts and data

C) It provides a counterargument

What is the purpose of a rebuttal in argument writing?

C) To refute the counterargument

B) To provide evidence for the claim

How does a writer effectively conclude an argumentative essay?

B) By restating the claim and summarizing key points

C) By presenting a counterargument

D) By leaving the argument open-ended

Argument Writing Terms

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7th Grade

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What is the writer's position, opinion, or side called?

Counterargument

Reason

Claim

Evidence

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What does it mean to give a reason in argument writing?

Give a statement to support or back up the claim.

Relate the claim to real life.

Cite text evidence.

Make stuff up to add length to your essay.

What is an opponent's viewpoint?

Why do we need to know this??

D-FENCE!!

The opposite side of the author's claim or counterclaim

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What must a claim be?

arguable

a fact

an opinion

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A genre of writing where the author states their claim and backs it with evidence

Argument

Persuasive

Fiction

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A genre of writing where the author states their claim and backs it with evidence

Argument

Persuasive

Fiction

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A reason or set of reasons given with the aim of persuading others that an action or idea is right or wrong.

Counterclaim

Bias

Argument

Fact

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Argument Writing Terms

What is the writer's position, opinion, or side called?

What does it mean to give a reason in argument writing?

What is an opponent's viewpoint?

What must a claim be?

A genre of writing where the author states their claim and backs it with evidence

A genre of writing where the author states their claim and backs it with evidence

A reason or set of reasons given with the aim of persuading others that an action or idea is right or wrong.

a position or opinion on a topic

Facts, quotations, examples, anecdotes, and statistics can all be used as _______________.

Statements that address opposing viewpoints.

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