Pros
a person who someone or something
defender
a person who expresses an unfavorable opinion of something
critic
state or assert that something is the case, typically without providing evidence or proof.
Claim
concluding statements against the counterclaim
rebuttal
a style of writing in which you are sharing your reaction to something.
text based response
use a + and - sign while doing this
annotating / active reading!
Create an argument for MJ being the GOAT
a person who argues in favor of something
proponent
someone who competes against or fights another in an argument
opponent
a reason or set of reasons given with the aim of persuading others that an action or idea is right or wrong.
argument
means developing a deep understanding and a precise interpretation of a literary passage that is based first and foremost on the words themselves. A close reading does not stop there; rather, it embraces larger themes and ideas evoked and/or implied by the passage itself.
reading closely
To examine critically, so as to bring out the essential elements or give the essence of.
analyze
you must cite _______ out of the 4 texts available for the argumentative writing piece
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Create an argument for Lebron being the GOAT
a person who publicly supports or recommends a particular cause or policy.
Advocate
a person who disputes the truth of or places themselves in opposition to something.
challenger
a sentence that expresses the main idea of the paragraph in which it occurs. The paragraph’s very first sentence.
topic sentence
The message the author is trying to get across to the reader.
central idea
The logical relationships between ideas are stated so that the reader can easily understand the relationship between the parts of a text.
cohesive
use these as a checklist while you write
the bullet points in the instructions!
Supporter
a person who approves of and encourages someone or something
Criticize
indicate the faults of (someone or something) in a disapproving way.
thesis statement/claim
The sentence that captures your position on this main idea.
To make evident or establish by arguments or reasoning. To describe, explain, or illustrate by examples.
demonstrate
the logical bridge between words, sentences, and paragraphs. Coherent writing uses devices to connect ideas within each sentence and paragraph.
coherent
this essay is worth more points than anything else on your English Regents
Argumentative Essay
Argue against MJ being the GOAT
propose
put forward (an idea or plan) for consideration or discussion by others.
debate
a formal discussion on a particular topic in a public meeting or legislative assembly, in which opposing arguments are put forward.
Counterclaim
the opposite of the argument, or opposing argument.
A short extract from a film, broadcast, or piece of music or writing.
excerpt
evidence closely connected to your claim.
relevant evidence
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things you should do the night before the test
What is Mr Friedman's favorite basketball team
Knicks