Mastering Argument Writing in 6th Grade

What is the main purpose of argument writing?

• To inform the audience.

• To entertain the audience.

• To persuade the audience.

• To summarize the topic.

Identify a key component of a strong argument.

• Personal opinion

• Emotional appeal

• Evidence

• Anecdotal evidence

Which punctuation mark is used to indicate a question?

• Question mark

• Exclamation mark

• Colon

• Comma

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CCSS.RF.5.3A

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.3.3D

CCSS.RF.3.3B

CCSS.RF.3.3C

Construct a complete sentence that supports your opinion.

• Education is essential for personal growth.

• Learning is only for children.

• Personal growth is overrated.

• Education is a waste of time.

What is a thesis statement and why is it important?

• A thesis statement is a quote from a famous author; it is important for adding credibility.

• A thesis statement is a list of references; it is important for supporting the conclusion.

• A thesis statement is a summary of the main point of an essay; it is important for guiding the writing and informing the reader.

• A thesis statement is a detailed outline of an essay; it is important for providing examples.

Name a literary device that can enhance argument writing.

• Rhetorical questions

• Alliteration

• Foreshadowing

• Metaphors

How can you effectively sequence your arguments?

• Start with a lengthy anecdote, present all arguments equally, skip a conclusion, and use jargon throughout.

• Start with a strong introduction, arrange supporting arguments from strongest to weakest, use transitions, and conclude with a summary.

• Begin with a random fact, list arguments in no particular order, avoid transitions, and end with a question.

• Open with a quote, arrange arguments by length, use confusing transitions, and finish with an unrelated statement.

What is the role of evidence in argument writing?

• Evidence is crucial as it substantiates claims and enhances the credibility of the argument.

• Evidence is used to confuse the audience.

• Evidence is only needed for emotional appeals.

• Evidence is optional and does not affect the argument.

Provide an example of descriptive language in an argument.

• The city is quiet and still, with no signs of life.

• The park is filled with the sound of chirping birds and rustling leaves.

• The city buzzes with the frenetic energy of rushing commuters and the vibrant colors of street vendors.

• The restaurant serves bland food with no unique flavors.

How do you identify the main idea in a piece of writing?

• The main idea is the author's opinion on a topic.

• The main idea is the central point or message that the author wants to convey.

• The main idea can be found in the footnotes of the text.

• The main idea is always the first sentence of a paragraph.

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CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.7.2