Elements of Argumentative Text

expresses a position or makes a claim about an issue or problem, and supports that position with reasons and evidence

• argument

• evidence

• anecdote

• statement

What is the purpose of an argumentative text?

• To entertain the reader

• To convince the reader

• To inform the reader

• To start an argument with the reader

Tags

6.8E

6.8E.i

6.8E.ii

6.8E.iii

Proof that the author uses to support a claim.

• Opinion

• Lies

• Evidence

• Rebuttal

Tags

6.8E

6.8E.i

6.8E.ii

6.8E.iii

To try to convince the reader of something is the _______ of argumentative text.

• Purpose

• Claim

• Reasoning

• Support

In an Argumentative Text, why does the author include a Conclusion?

• To show how smart they are.

• To give you facts about their claim from scientists and other experts.

• To restate their claim and restate how they want you to think, feel, or act.

• To entertain you with funny stories about their claim.

The author uses evidence, reasons, examples to ​​ (a)   their claim.

• support

• counter

• inform

• respond

The ________ is the statement that the author is trying to prove is true.

• argument

• reason

• claim

• rebuttal

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

What should an author use to support their claim?

• opinions

• evidence

• experiences

• another claim

Match the following types of evidence to their definitions.

• Statistical Evidence

• Using quotes and ideas from people who have more knowledge than you.

• Expert Evidence

• Using numbers and data to support your claim.

• Fact or Example Evidence

• Using supporting details and real-world scenarios to support your claim.

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

When the author asks the reader to act or do something in support of their claim, that is called a-

• call to action

• rebuttal

• claim

• evidence