Argumentative Writing
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English
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8th Grade
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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.7.8
CCSS.RI.8.1
CCSS.RI.8.8
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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