Reasons and Evidence
What are reasons in writing?
justifications or explanations given to support a claim or opinion
What is a claim in writing?
it's the main idea or thesis of a paragraph or essay that is debatable and requires proof to be convincing
What is a preposition?
a word or group of words that shows the relationship between a noun, pronoun, or phrase and other words in a sentence
What are narrative techniques?
provide deeper meaning for the reader and help the reader to use imagination to visualize situation
What are transition words?
show your readers the relationship between phrases, sentences, or even paragraphs
How do reasons support a claim?
providing logical explanations and justifications for why the claim is true, essentially answering the "why"
How do arguments differ from claims?
An argument is a group of statements that includes a claim, reasons, and evidence, while a claim is a statement that can be challenged
Provide three examples of prepositions.
above, at, below, beside, between, by, on, over, out, under
after, before, by, during, in, on, at, since, until across, around, down, into, past, through, to, toward about, as, by, for, from, of, with etc.....
Provide two examples of narrative techniques.
Forshadowing, perspective, plot, personification, figurative language, cliffhanger, Flashback, Flashforward, Setting,
Give examples of transition words used to show addition.
"also," "furthermore," "moreover," "besides," "additionally," "in addition," "too," "and," "again," "as well as," "likewise," "further," "not only... but also," "what's more," "on top of that," "equally important," "first, second, third..."
Provide an example of a claim supported by evidence
Claim: "Regular exercise significantly improves mental health."
Evidence: "A study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association found that people who participated in moderate-intensity aerobic exercise for 30 minutes three times a week experienced a significant reduction in symptoms of depression compared to those who did not exercise
Provide an example of a strong argument.
"We should implement a city-wide recycling program because studies show that proper recycling significantly reduces landfill waste
What is a prepositional phrase?
a group of words that begins with a preposition and ends with a noun, pronoun, or noun phrase
How do narrative techniques enhance storytelling?
Narrative techniques, also known as literary devices, can enhance storytelling by providing structure, highlighting meaning, and connecting with readers
How do transition words improve the flow of writing?
Tell readers what to do with the information you present to them
Explain the importance of using reliable evidence in writing.
without solid evidence, your writing lacks substance and can be easily dismissed
Explain the role of counterarguments in an argumentative essay.
it shows the reader that you are capable of understanding and respecting multiple sides of an argument
Identify the prepositional phrases in this sentence: "The cat is under the table."
"under the table"
preposition: under
Object of the preposition: the table
Discuss the importance of point of view in narrative writing.
it determines who is telling the story, directly impacting how readers interpret characters, events, and the overall narrative, essentially shaping the reader's experience by controlling what information they receive and how they perceive it
Provide an example of a sentence using a transition word to show contrast.
I've had breakfast; however, I'm still hungry.
Discuss how to effectively counter an opposing argument with reasons and evidence.
acknowledge the opposing viewpoint, then directly address its weaknesses by presenting logical reasons and credible evidence that demonstrate why your argument is stronger, while maintaining a respectful and objective tone
Discuss the importance of logical reasoning in constructing an argument.
An argument attempts to draw some logical connection between the premises and the conclusion
Explain how prepositional phrases can add detail to writing.
acting like mini-descriptions that clarify the relationship between different elements in a sentence, allowing the reader to visualize the scene more vividly
Analyze a text for its use of narrative techniques.
examine how the author employs elements like point of view, plot structure, character development, setting, imagery, symbolism, foreshadowing, flashbacks, and dialogue to convey the story and its themes,
Discuss the importance of using transitions in essays.
they guide the reader through yout thoughts without abrupt jumps or confusion