Claims
What is a claim in an argument?
A statement that tells the main point or opinion in an argument.
Which of these is better evidence: My mom said so or Research from a doctor? Why?
Research from a doctor because it comes from a credible source.
What happens if your explanation doesn’t make sense?
It will confuse the readers and make your writing less persuasive
What happens if you don't use counterclaims in your argument?
Your reader will think it is incomplete and less persuasive.
How can you make your argument writing more persuasive?
Use strong evidence and explain it good.
Why does every argument need a claim?
A claim gives the argument a clear purpose and main point.
Why is it important to choose true evidence?
True evidence makes your argument easier to trust and more convincing.
What does it mean to explain your evidence?
To show why the evidence matters.
If "Video games are bad for kids” how could you rebuttal this claim?
Kids playing video games can help them problem solve.
What should you write in the conclusion of your argument?
Restate the claim and summarize the evidence.
How can you tell if a claim is strong or weak?
A strong claim is debatable, intentional and supported by evidence.
What are two types of evidence you can use in an argument?
Facts and examples
Say a sentence could explain this evidence: “80% of students perform better in school with 8 hours of sleep”?
What is a rebuttal?
A rebuttal is your response to a counterclaim.
What is the purpose of an introduction in argument writing?
To introduce the claim and grab the readers attention.
Which of these is a claim: Dogs are better pets than cats or Dogs and cats both have fur?
Dogs are better pets than cats.
Give an example of evidence you could use to prove that exercise is healthy.
Studies show that regular exercise reduces the risk of stroke.
Why isn’t it enough to just include evidence without an explanation?
The reader might not understand how the evidence supports your claim.
Why is it important to use counterclaims?
It shows you have considered other perspectives at makes your argument stronger.
Why is the way you write important in argument writing?
Argument writing is about persuading and arguing, so it matters how you write it.
Where is the claim in a claim in a argumentative essay?
At the end of your introduction.
What is evidence, and why is it important?
Evidence is facts, examples, or details that support your claim.
What question should you ask yourself when explaining evidence?
How does this evidence support my claim?
What is a counterclaim?
A counterclaim is an opposite point of view to your argument.
What are the three main parts of an argument?
Claim, evidence, and reasoning