Structure
What is an argumentative claim?
A claim is a debatable opinion or viewpoint that can be proven with evidence.
What does ethos mean?
Establishing personal credentials
Lake Michigan's waves can get up to 10 feet tall, which is beyond the height of the tallest man in the world.
not arguable
Who said, "It was his fiftieth birthday".
Cher from Clueless
What is the longest river in the world?
What should our reasoning do in our body paragraphs?
Confirm our claim
What does logos mean?
arguing based on reason and facts
Tea is better than coffee due to its health benefits.
Arguable.
When is the final draft of the essay due?
February 23
Who has won the most Olympic gold medals?
Michael Phelps
Why is evidence important in an argumentative essay?
-validates your claim
-creates credibility (makes you seem educated on the topic)
-it can persuade your audience
"According to ASPCA, two million dogs are adopted each year"
logos
College education should be free for all students.
arguable
What are some reliable sources?
.org, .gov, .edu
What was the first Pixar movie?
Toy Story
When writing an in-text citation, what do you put in the parenthesis when the authors name is not given?
What kind of ethos should we see within our essays?
A works cited page and our own reasoning as to why we are equipped to talk about our topic.
The Industrial Revolution, which began in the late 18th century, marked a significant shift in manufacturing and the production process.
not arguable
What are some topics that people can review?
Food, clothes, makeup, sports, ect.
What is the only letter in the alphabet that does not appear in the name of any US state?
Q
What is the structure we are using for our essays?
Intro
Body:
R1 and evidence
R2 and evidence
R3 and evidence
Counterclaim
Conclusion
What does the commercials of the puppies at the shelter do? Is it ethos, pathos or logos?
pathos
Renewable energy sources are the key to a sustainable future.
arguable
What are Ms. H's top 3 book series?
Hunger Games, Harry Potter and Percy Jackson
What is the largest state in the United States?
Alaska