Claim/Counterclaim
What is a claim in an argumentative essay?
An individual’s argument about a text, topic, event, or idea. An individual’s opinion or stance on a topic.
What are the 3 main parts of an essay?
Introduction paragraph
Body paragraphs
Concluding paragraph
What's the purpose of a hook/lead sentence?
To grab the reader's attention and make them want to continue reading.
What is evidence?
Facts, examples, or expert opinions that support a claim
Text structure that explains similarities and differences?
Compare and contrast
What is a counterclaim in an argumentative essay?
Objections to the writer’s claim, the other point of view
What should a writer do when beginning a new body paragraph?
Indent and (use a topic sentence).
Provide an example of a hook for an essay about summer vacation.
(student response must include summer vacation)
What is does an in-text citation look like?
(Author's last name, paragraph/page #)
What is the central message or moral in a story called?
Theme
Why is including a counterclaim in an argumentative essay important?
It shows the opposing opinion and gives multiple perspectives.
What should a body paragraph include?
A topic sentence, evidence from sources, details, and concluding sentence (and citations)
Give an example of a transition you would use before including a quote from a source.
Transition words include: The author states, For example, The source states, ...
What is a link?
Provides elaboration and context to support the evidence
What's the difference between "mood" and "tone"?
Mood: how the reader feels while reading (Created by setting, imagery, and the choice and use of words and phrases)
Tone: how the author feels about the subject of their writing (Created by the choice and use of words and phrases in speech or writing and details)
How does a turnback work?
Demonstrate why the counterargument is wrong; polite, gentle slam of the counterclaim; going back to supporting the claim
Identify the 3 key parts of an introduction paragraph.
Lead/hook sentence, background information/bridge, thesis statement/claim
Why are transition words important in essays?
They help the essay to flow better and connect ideas smoothly
Why is adding a link important after evidence?
It helps the reader understand how the evidence connects to the argument and makes the reasoning stronger
What is figurative language? Give an example of one form of figurative language and explain its function
Writing that is not to be taken literally; used to make writing more descriptive and entertaining.
Examples: simile, metaphor, alliteration, hyperbole, idiom, onomatopoeia, personification
Provide an example of a claim and counterclaim for the argument on whether or not plastic water bottles should be banned.
Claim: Plastic water bottles need to be banned.
Counterclaim: Plastic water bottles shouldn't be banned.
What should a conclusion include?
Circle back to your introduction - Restate your topic and save a "trick" for the end.
Provide an example of a hook for an essay about technology in education.
(student response must include technology and education)
What is a form of reliable evidence?
Statistics, expert quotes, research studies, etc.
What is the difference between informational writing and argumentative writing?
Informational writing explains, informs, and educates the reader on a topic using facts and information. Remains neutral-does not take a side.
Argumentative writing aims to persuade the reader to agree with a specific claim by presenting strong evidence and counterclaims