Claim
What is a claim?
A claim is the point you are trying to prove.
True or False: The central idea of a nonfiction text is one or two words long.
False
What is evidence?
Evidence is the proof you need to support your argument
What does the R in RACE stand for?
restate
What is argumentative writing?
Writing that tries to prove or CONVINCE
Where does the claim belong when you start your essay?
It belongs at the beginning usually
What is a thesis statement?
A statement that tells the reader exactly what your essay is going to be about.
What does the evidence support in argumentative writing ?
It supports your claim and reasons
What does the C mean in RACE?
Cite evidence
What is argumentative writing NOT?
It is NOT based on emotions or apologetic or opinion
Without a claim will your paper make sense? Tell why or why not?
No, it will not because your reader will have no idea where you stand or what your beliefs are.
True or false: There can be multiple central ideas found in one nonfiction text.
True
What is a thesis statement?
A statement that tells the reader exactly what your essay is going to be about.
What does the E stand for in RACE?
explain
What are the four parts of an argumentative essay?
claim, evidence, counterclaim, rebuttal
The claim is also known as what?
Thesis
Is this a central idea? Explain your answer.
The central idea is tornadoes.
No, because a central idea is what you are learning about a topic and should never be one word.
Why is it important to have evidence in argumentative writing?
It is important to always have proof that backs up what you are saying. That is how you convince your reader.
What does the A stand for in RACE?
answer
When writing argumentative essays, should you include a counterclaim?
YES!
Can a claim be an opinion? Tell why or why not.
Yes, because it is your own personal view.
Is this a central idea? Explain your answer.
The Titanic was a luxurious ship that did not follow safety protocols.
Yes, because the central idea is what you are learning about a topic.
How many reasons should most argumentative essays have?
It should have three reasons
What is the reason we use RACE?
We use RACE to explain a question fully and give important evidence.
Is argumentative writing based on facts, opinions, or both? Explain
It is based on both because you give your opinion about your viewpoint, while also supporting it with facts