Claims
& Evidence
& Evidence
What is the claim in this statement?
Kids should be able to have a job. They can be just as responsible as adult and also want to earn money. For these reasons kids should have jobs.
Kids should be able to have a job.
What side of the argument is shown in the counterargument?
The opposing side.
What is a hook?
The sentence that grabs readers attention.
Define bias
Unreasoned judgment
What's the etymology for claim?
Middle-English borrowed from Latin
What is the evidence in this statement?
Kids should be able to have a job. They can be just as responsible as adult and also want to earn money according to Data for people.com. For these reasons kids should have jobs.
They can be just as responsible as adult and also want to earn money according to Data for people.com.
Is this a counterargument or rebuttal?
Many argue that kids are too young to work and should be left to enjoy their childhood.
What is a topic sentence?
A sentence in a body paragraph that informs reader of what it is about.
Define reasoning
Statement offered in explanation or justification
What's the etymology for analysis?
Medieval Latin borrowed from Greek
What sources can you use to find strong evidence for an argumentative essay?
Articles, credible sources and personal experiences.
What part do counterarguments play in essays?
Addressing opposing opinion.
What does a thesis statement do?
Introduces the main points of the essay.
Define argument
The act or process of arguing, reasoning or discussing.
What the etymology for inference?
Began to be used in 1543
Why is evidence important?
To support your claim.
What part do rebuttals play in essays?
Rebut the opposing opinions reason for thought.
What are some transition words for a conclusion?
In summary, In sum, Furthermore, In conclusion.
Define inference
Something that's inferred
What's the etymology for summary?
French and Latin
Is this a claim or evidence?
Teachers should not be armed.
Which part of the statement is the counterargument?
On the contrary many believe that kids should not work as it would cut into their childhood. This should not be a worry as it should be a choice made by the kids to work or not and there would be guidelines.
How long is a paragraph?
At least 5 sentences long.
Define summary
A detailed examination of anything
What's the etymology for main idea?
Greek and Latin