Supporting Your Claim with Reasons and Evidence

The video tutorial focuses on teaching students how to write effective argumentative essays by understanding the roles of claims, reasons, and evidence. It provides examples and exercises to help students practice identifying and explaining these components. The tutorial also guides students through revising their writing to ensure that evidence is clearly explained and supports their reasons, making their arguments more convincing.

What are the three main components of an argumentative essay?

Explain the difference between a claim and evidence in an argumentative essay.

How can you ensure that your evidence is relevant to your reasons?

What is the purpose of providing explanations for your evidence?

What should you do if your evidence does not clearly support your reason?

Describe how you would revise a paragraph to strengthen the argument.

Why is it important for readers to understand the connection between claims, reasons, and evidence?