Claim
Extremely Wild Card
Counterclaim
Refute
Evidence
100
What is a claim?
A claim is a statement that tells your position or point of view in an argument.
100
Who is this
Tom Cruise
100
What is a counterclaim?
A counterclaim is a statement that shows the opposite sides argument.
100
What is a refute?
A refute is a statement that disproves the counterclaim
100
What is evidence?
Evidence is facts, statistics, or quotes that support your argument.
200
Which of the following is the best claim? A. Students should wear uniforms. B. Students should not wear uniforms because they limit self-expression. C. Students should not wear uniforms for various reasons.
B
200
What are the 5 boroughs of NYC?
Manhattan, Queens, Brooklyn, Bronx, Staten Island
200
What is a sentence starter to introduce a counterclaim?
Some people argue that...
Others might say that...
200
What is a good sentence starter/phrase to begin a refute?
A. While that is understandable,...
B. However, that is wrong because...
200
When finding evidence, what should you look for? (Words, phrases, etc...)
- Numbers, facts, statistics, data, researchers, universities, etc
300
Write a claim statement for the following prompt: Should more people adopt a vegan lifestyle?
Yes, more people should adopt a vegan lifestyle because it will be beneficial for the environment.
300
What is the 5-paragraph structure of an argumentative essay?
Paragraph 1-
Paragraph 2-
Paragraph 3-
Paragraph 4-
Paragraph 5-
1- Intro
2- Claim #1
3- Claim #2
4- Counterclaim
5- Conclusion
300
Write a possible counterclaim for the following claim:
CLAIM: School should start at 8 am instead of 9 am because it teaches students how to be on time, and discipline.
COUNTER: *you write, using sentence starter*
Some might argue that school should start at 9 am, because it will allow for students to get more sleep.
300
What is the purpose of introducing a counterclaim, and refuting it?
To show the reader that you understand the opposing point of view and convince them that your point of view is better.
300
Which of the following is not evidence? A. 90% of people like the color green. B. 1 out of 5 boys reported they enjoyed playing basketball. C. Scientist Alisha Diaz explains that "loud music can harm your hearing." D. Listening to loud music is fun
D. Listening to loud music is fun
400
Write a claim for the following argument: Should self-driving cars be legal?
Self driving cars should be legal because they are helpful for individuals with disabilities.
400
How many points TOTAL is the Regents Argumentative Essay worth out of all of the test? (___ /56)
24 / 56
400
What is the difference between a counterclaim and a refute?
A counterclaim shows the opposite side.
A refute shows why the opposite side is wrong or insufficient.
400
Write a refute for the following counterclaim: Some people might argue that NASA should not send astronauts to live on Mars because it would be dangerous.
While that is understandable, it would be worth the risk because the astronauts would learn so much that could help us on Earth.
400
Make up FAKE evidence for the following argument: Cats make better pets than dogs because they are easier to take care of.
Fact, statistic, or quote.
Examples:
75% of both pet owners say that their cats are easier to take care of than their dog.
1 out of 4 dog owners say they dread walking their dog.
500
Where does the claim statement appear in an introduction paragraph?
The ~*~*~*~ last sentence ~*~**~*~*~~!!!
500
What are the 3 parts of the Regents ELA Exam, in order, and how many points are each worth?
Part 1: ____, ___ / 56 points
Part 2: Argumentative Essay, ___ /56 points
Part 3: ____, ___ / 56 points
Part 1: Multiple Choice , 24 / 56 points
Part 2: Argumentative Essay, 24 /56 points
Part 3: Text Analysis, 8 / 56 points
500
Write a possible counterclaim for the following claim:
CLAIM: AI should not be allowed in schools because it harms students' critical thinking skills.
COUNTER: *you write, using sentence starter*
Some might argue that AI should be allowed in schools because...
500
Write a refute for the following counterclaim:
Some people argue that presidential elections should be held every 2 years because it will allow citizens more of a say in their government.
While that is understandable, having an election so soon would be disruptive to any progress a president can make.
500
Make up evidence for the following argument: Glasses are better than contacts because they take less time to put on.
Examples:
Only 23% of contact wearers say they don't mind the time it takes.
3 out of 4 people who wear glasses say they switched to glasses because of the hassle of putting in contacts.