Argumentative Writing

Argumentative Writing

​October 31, 2023
With Mr. Brian

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How are you feeling this morning?

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What do you recall about persuasive writing?

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What do you think argumentative writing is about?

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What do you think the differences between persuasive and argumentative writing are?

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writing makes claims based on

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while ​

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writing makes claims based on ​

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. In an argumentative writing, the writer ​

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, while persuasive writing does not need to. Argumentative tries to convince people through evidence/proof while persuasive writing use emotive language or emotions.

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Argumentative

persuasive

evidence

opinions

acknowledges opposing views

Multiple Choice

Argumentative uses formal language while persuasive uses less of a formal language.

• TRUE

• FALSE

Poll

Should you use a hook in an argumentative writing, just like what you did in your persuasive writing?

• Yes, you should

• No, you do not need

• I am not sure, I am a potato

• I do not know anything, I love Taylor Slow

Word to know before you begin your argumentative writing:



Claim (v): state or assert that something is the case, typically without providing evidence or proof.

synonym: declare, state, profess

example: He claimed to be the best student at his school.

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So after stating your claim, you should support or back up your claim with.....

• at least two points,

• then give examples, facts or data.

• You must also acknowledge an opposing view/idea.

• You will rebut that opposing view (argue against that idea)

• Have a conclusion which restates your thesis, main points & final insight.

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Multiple Choice

When writing an argumentative essay, it is important to consider a possible argument against your thesis or some of your reasons.

What is the word which best defines the underlined words argument against?

• Supporting evidence
• Agreement
• Counterargument
• Opposition

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A ​

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is an argument (point/reason/view/evidence) that your opponent would make. A ​

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is when you respond directly to your opponent’s argument/point to explain/show how/why they are wrong.

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counterargument

rebuttal

opposition

Labelling

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appeal to audience with emotions

Don't have to acknowledge opposing views

convince audience with proof

Makes claim based on opinion.

Makes claim based on evidence

Present information to support ideas

Acknowledges opposing views.

Poll

How are you feeling about this new topic so far?

• It is interesting

• I am confused

• I don't know, I'm a potato

• I will just use chatgpt