Argumentative Text

Which of these phrases would be good to use to cite text evidence?

• In conclusion,

• According to the text,

• In my opinion,

• In other words,

A counterclaim is-

• what the author supports and believes to be true.

• views or opinions that agree with the claim.

• opposing view that the writing discusses.

• evidence used to support the claim.

Author's position is

• the author's claim or what the author supports.

• what the author does not claim to be true.

• the evidence used to support that claim.

• facts.

What is the author's claim?

• Kids need a snack in the morning.

• Not all students have time to eat in the mornings.

• Sometimes families run late to school.

• It is difficult to pay attention in class.

The author's position is-

• Americans are the largest consumers of oil.

• The author believes that the cost of drilling is too high and will disturb the migration of more than 130,000 caribou.

• What will become of the wildlife?

• There are fewer predators in the area of the refuge.

What is the author's claim?

• It is important to always wear sunscreen and sunglasses when you're outside.

• Being out in the sun can be dangerous, so it is important to protect yourself.

• Too much time in the sun can cause cancer and many other health problems.

• Being sunburnt can be extremely painful, so you should always wear sunscreen.

An argument provides a reason for a claim using ________________________________.

• only reliable facts.

• information that pertains to the text.

• proof of what happened.

• logic and persuasion to support that position or view on the topic.

What is a "Counterclaim"?

• A place in the kitchen where you keep your plates.

• A summary

• A river in Nevada.

• The opposing/opposite point of view; it is an argument against the first claim

Which of the following is a characteristic of an argumentative text?

• It presents a narrative story.

• It provides a detailed description of a place.

• It offers a claim supported by evidence.

• It lists a series of unrelated facts.

What is the primary purpose of an argumentative text?

• To entertain the reader with a story.

• To inform the reader about a historical event.

• To persuade the reader to accept a particular viewpoint.

• To describe a natural phenomenon.