Arg. Writing-Vocab.
This is the author's main point or position on a topic.
What is claim?
This is main purpose of the passage.
What is to present the pros and cons of increasing school time?
This is the first paragraph in an argumentative essay.
What is introduction?
This is the opposing point of view from the claim.
What is the counterargument?
One reason why some people support longer school days.
What is helping working parents?
This is what the two middle paragraphs in an argumentative essay are called.
What is Body paragraphs?
This is the support for the claim.
What is reason?
One counter claim against longer school days.
What is quality matters (understanding lessons) more than hours in school?
This is the last paragraph in an argumentative essay.
What is conclusion?
This is facts or quotes from credible sources that back up the reasons.
What is evidence?
The author's message about year-round school.
What is prevents learning loss but affects family routines?
The three parts included in Body Paragraph 1.
What is topic sentence, evidence #1, and explanation?
This is the response that disproves the counterargument.
What is rebuttal?
A claim that schools should extend the school day.
What is school days should be extended, because more time in the classroom could improve student's learning?
The three parts of the introduction paragraph in an argumentative essay.
What is hook, claim, preview of reasons?