Claim
What is a claim?
A claim is the point you are trying to prove.
How many facts/details/reasons should you have in your body paragraphs?
At least 3
What is evidence?
Evidence is the proof you need to support your argument
What is a counterclaim?
The opposing argument
What is argumentative writing?
It is you trying to prove or convince others that your viewpoint is the best
Where does the claim belong when you start your essay?
It belongs in the introductory paragraph
Your supporting details must support your:
Star Ideas (main ideas)
What must you do after you are done writing your evidence?
Clue: must be in your own words.
Explain your evidence in your own words.
Some may argue
Although
Some may say
Argumentative writing is the same as opinion writing. True or False
False. In argumentative writing you are writing about your opinions but using evidence and facts to back yourself up.
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. Your reasons can be opinions.
False
Where is the evidence usually located in your argumentative writing?
body paragraphs
What would the counterclaim be for this statement "schools should be longer because it will give students more time to learn"?
School should be shorter because.......
What are the 4 main elements of argumentative writing?
Name four:Claim , reasons, evidence, counterclaim, Rebuttal
The claim is also known as what?
Thesis
How many sentences should be in a body paragraph?
It should have at least 5
Why is it important to have evidence in argumentative writing?
It is important to always have proof that backs up what you are saying no matter what. That is how you convince your reader
What is the statement that goes against the counterclaim?
What is a rebuttal transition?
But,
However,
Can a claim be an opinion? Tell why or why not.
Yes as long as it's backed up with facts and evidence
Reasons should always support the counterclaim. True or false.
False
What is a sentence starter you can use to start your evidence?
According to the text...
Based on the reading... it says..
Why is it important to have a counterclaim in argumentative writing?
There are always 2 sides to every story and the counterclaim makes your side stronger!
Is argumentative writing you use first person. True or False
False. That is opinion writing