Identifying Relevant Reasons and Evidence

Evidence: If the law required all American adults to vote, government would be forced to listen to all Americans. Mandatory voting in Australia led to a greater trust between the people and the government. Which claim best matches the evidence?

• American adults should be required to vote because it creates a better relationship between the government and citizens.

• American adults should be able to choose whether they vote because they can choose whether they want to be involved.

• American adults should be required to vote because it will make citizens become more informed about our government.

What is the definition of Reasons?

• Statements that you find in a source.

• Statements that go against your claim. These are the 2 counterpoints to your argument.

• Statements that support your claim. These are the 2-3 main points of your argument.

What does the REASON do?

• Explains evidence

• It makes a good argument

• Tells your opinion

• Tells why you think what you think

Statements of logic that support a claim or belief are the...

• Claim

• Evidence

• Reason(s)

• Formal Style

An appeal that persuades you using evidence like facts like evidence and data.

A position or viewpoint along with the claims and evidence used to support that position.

To be enough or adequate. If writers do not provide ___________ evidence and reasoing to support a claim, they weaken their argument.

• Argument

• Relevant

• Sufficient

Which of the following best defines 'evidence' in an argumentative essay?

• A) Personal opinions that support the writer's claim.

• B) Data and facts that support the writer's claim.

• C) Anecdotes that make the essay more interesting.

• D) Questions that challenge the writer's claim.

What is the primary purpose of providing reasons in an argumentative essay?

• A) To entertain the reader.

• B) To confuse the reader.

• C) To support the main claim.

• D) To introduce new topics.

Which sentence best illustrates the use of evidence in supporting a claim?

• A) I believe that exercise is important.

• B) Studies show that regular exercise reduces the risk of heart disease.

• C) Many people think exercise is boring.

• D) Exercise is fun and enjoyable.