Structure
Claim
Reasoning
Evidence
A few of Ms. Kim's favorite things
100
What is an argument?
A piece of writing that includes claim, reasons, and evidence.
100
What is the main point or position that an argument aims to support?
Claim
100
States why the audience should believe the writer's claim.
Reason
100
What is the definition of evidence?
Proof found in the text to support an argument
100
What is Ms. Kim's favorite animal?
Whale Sharks (will accept Klee)
200
The first paragraph in an argument piece. States the claim- the central idea of the entire piece.
Introduction
200
Which of the following is an example of a claim?
a)There should be no homework.
b)Homework is too boring.
c)Doctors, researchers, and professors
d)31% of students do not have internet access at home
a)There should be no homework.
200
Logical and supported by valid evidence
Sound reasoning
200
What type of evidence uses data gathered from research?
Statistic
200
What is Ms. Kim's favorite Pokemon?
Skitty
300
Each of these begins with a reason that supports the claim and gives evidence to support a reason.
Body Paragraphs
300
What is the definition of central idea?
The big picture of an informational text
300
Well-grounded in facts and justifiable
Valid
300
What type of evidence uses statements from professionals and experts?
Quotes
300
Who does Ms. Kim main in Mario Kart?
Daisy
400
The final paragraph of an argument piece. Begins by restating the claim and summarizes the piece.
Conclusion
400
Follows counterclaim and explains why author's claim is more valid
rebuttal
400
What must the reasoning tie the evidence back to?
The claim
400
What is the role of evidence in an argument?
To support the claim
400
What is Ms. Kim's favorite musical?
Sweeney Todd (will also accept Grease)
500
THREE ANSWERS
When writing a nonfiction paragraph, you need to include:
Claim, Evidence, & Reasoning
500
What is a counterclaim?
an argument against the author's claim
500
What is the point of reason in an argument?
to connect evidence to the claim
500
Reliable and trustworthy (as a source)
Credible
500
What class does Ms. Kim play in D&D?
Bard