Argumentative Writing
What is a claim?
a- problem or issue
b- writer's position on a problem or issue
c- logical and emotional reason
d- true statistic
b- writer's position on a problem or issue
The author of this text creates a feeling of sympathy by...
Who is Alan Gratz?
The author of Refugee.
Name the part of the writing process that you are in if you are thinking about a topic and what you're going to write about.
Prewrite
SYRIA, TURKEY, GREECE, MACEDONIA, SERBIA, HUNGARY, AUSTIRA, GERMANY
true or false: A counterargument challenges the argument by addressing the position of someone who may not agree with you.
true
eliminate question words (who, what, when, where, why) Turn the question into a statement by using words given -
Mediterranean
In this step of the writing process, you are organizing your thoughts into complete sentences, but are not yet worried about spelling, capitalization, punctuation, or word choice.
drafting
Usually, how many paragraphs should you write for an argument essay?
5
introduction,
support argument #1,
support argument #2,
counter argument, conclusion
what's the purpose of including evidence?
to help support your answer, prove you're right
What's Mahmoud's mom's name?
Fatima
The part of the writing process in which you correct your spelling, capitalization, and punctuation.
editing
What is the first thing you put in the introduction of an argumentative essay
Hook (fact, statistic, quote, question)
You would use this phrase for which part of RACE -
This quote demonstrates...
Explain
What is the name of the holiest book of Islam?
Quran
re-reading it, spell checking, ask someone to read and give feedback, edit 1 paragraph at a time
What is the purpose of a counterclaim?
Shows that you have considered the other side of the argument.
When do we use the RACE strategy?
When the question requires a written response and asks you to use evidence or details from the text.
What is the difference between a refugee and an immigrant?
refugees are forced to flee their home (war, famine, political turmoil, violence) whereas immigrants leave their country by their own will (job, education, family etc.)
Max has completed his draft. He has reread it and made corrections. There are not any misspelled words or grammatical errors, and he is ready to share his writing. Which stage of the writing process does it sound like Max is in?
Publishing