Argumentative Essay 101

Review + Quiz

​Turn to ​R2 in the Collections textbook!

​Writing an Argumentative Essay

Standards to Master:

• w.1.1a -- I can write arguments that introduce a precise claim and differentiate between the claim and counterclaims.

• w.1.1b I can write arguments that use relevant information from multiple print and multimedia sources.\

• w.1.1d I can write arguments that use an organizational structure that logically sequences and establishes clear relationships among claims, counterclaims, reasons, warrants, and evidence.

• What you think is true based on your research

• The point your argument makes; guides the essay body paragraphs

• Shows why your thesis is true and support it with specific evidence.

Claims

• There is only ONE main claim in your essay. Your body paragraphs are NOT presenting new claims, but offering RESEARCHED reasons/logic to validate or proof your claim.

Multiple Choice

Writers use argumentative essays to...

• describe their thoughts

• inform you of a topic

• convince readers of their opinions

• persuade you to make a choice

Multiple Choice

An argumentative essay, or any essay should be organized as follows:

• With any three parts that you like

• With an introduction, body paragraphs and conclusion

• With your name, date and class

• With your opinion, credible source and questions

Multiple Choice

Writing that supports a claim with reasons and evidence is...

• a claim

• an argument

• a reason

• a rebuttal

Multiple Choice

The main point of an author’s argument is the...

• argument

• claim

• reason

• rebuttal

Multiple Select

Select any of the following transitional phrases/words that are used to INTRODUCE A CLAIM

• The first reason

• In addition

• Secondly

• Research shows

• For example

Multiple Choice

"Dogs are better pets than cats for owners looking to improve their fitness" is an example of a...

• reason

• claim

• rebuttal

• evidence

Open Ended

What is the difference between a reason and evidence?

Open Ended

In an essay, transition phrases are used to...

Multiple Choice

A possible reason for a counterclaim to:

To promote economic prosperity, women should be on the face of money

• "The key drivers of the economic growth over the past century or so have been both the emancipation of the African-American and the integration of women into regular economic life."

• "The redesign of the $100 note issued in October 2013 took about 14 years."

• "She was a champion for democracy and a force for good."

• "The back of the new $10 will refer to the events of March 1913, when suffragettes ended a parade in support of winning the right to vote."

Multiple Select

The most effective TWO ways to cite evidence are

• According the the text it says ______.

• According to the text The "Landlady" by Roald Dahl it states "______".

• The text says "__________"

• The story said somewhere that ________.

• According to source # it states/shows "_____"

  (Dahl, 1959)

  (Lines 378-380)

Multiple Select

Which are the most reliable sources (check all that apply)?

• Government sites (.gov)

• Educational sites (.edu)

• Commercial sites (.com)

• Organizational sites (.org)

Multiple Choice

A thesis must be....

• debatable, leaving room for disagreement

• factual, leaves no room for opposition

• opinionated, based on your thoughts

• friendly, avoid offensive language

Open Ended

Is the following appropriate for a claim? EXPLAIN why or why not:

Students should be allowed to chew gum at school.