Argumentative Writing

Argumentative Writing

Assessment

Flashcard

English

8th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

CCSS
RI.8.8, RL.8.1, RI.7.1

+11

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a counterclaim?

Back

The opposing view.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a claim?

Back

The writer’s position that they are trying to prove.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an argument?

Back

A discussion that involves opposing views on an issue; a fact or statement offered as proof or evidence.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which sentence states the writer’s claim? (1) The school tardiness policy needs to be revised. (2) Students should not be punished for circumstances that are out of their control. (3) For instance, the city buses tend to run late in the wintertime. (4) Students should not be forced to wake up an hour early just to be sure that they’re not five minutes late.

Back

Sentence 1.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does it mean when a reason or evidence is relevant?

Back

Closely connected or appropriate to what is being done or considered.

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the purpose of a thesis statement in argumentative writing?

Back

To clearly state the main argument or position of the writer.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are supporting details?

Back

Facts, examples, or reasons that support the main claim.

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.1

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