Analyzing Argument

Multiple Choice

Opinion: Children should not drink sugary drinks like soda.

Which evidence does not support this opinion?

• Sugar can lead to higher chance of sicknesses like diabetes

• Sugar is bad for teeth and causes tooth decay

• Sugar is found in many foods and is so it's not that bad

Multiple Choice

Which piece of evidence could be used to BEST support this claim:
High school students should be required to wear uniforms.

• When adding everything up, a school uniform could end up costing more than $200.
• A student reported, "Allowing us to wear our own clothes gives us a chance to show our unique style and independence."
• At one school that recently required students to wear uniforms, attendence rates went up, and behavior incidents went down.
• School uniforms can be ordered online .

Multiple Choice

Opinion: It is best to play it safe and keep sheltering at home right now because of Covid-19.

Which evidence doesn't support this opinion?

• There are still many new cases each day

• It's hurting the economy for people to not work

• We still do not have a cure or vaccine

Multiple Choice

Why is it important to understand claims, counterclaims, and evidence when analyzing arguments?

• To memorize definitions

• To improve critical thinking and decision-making

• To win every debate

• To avoid listening to others

Open Ended

How can evidence strengthen an argument?

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a claim in an argument?

• It is debatable

• It is supported by evidence

• It is a proven fact

• It is specific

Open Ended

Explain the difference between a claim and a counterclaim using examples from social media's impact on teens.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following types of evidence is considered the weakest when supporting an argument?

• Facts

• Statistics

• Expert Quotes

• Opinions

Open Ended

Why is it important for an author to acknowledge a counterclaim when presenting an argument?

Multiple Choice

Which of the following sentences states the counterclaim?

• School uniforms help students focus better on learning.

• Studies show that schools with uniform policies report fewer distractions in classrooms.

• Some students argue that uniforms limit their freedom to express their individuality.

• Therefore, all schools should require uniforms to create a more serious academic environment.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a reason why strong arguments matter, according to the slide?

• They have real-world impact by shaping laws and policies.

• They help you think critically and analyze claims.

• They make you a more powerful communicator.

• They guarantee that you will always win debates.

Open Ended

How do claims, counterclaims, evidence, and reasoning work together to strengthen an argument?

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes the role of evidence in an argument?

• Evidence provides facts, data, and examples to support claims.

• Evidence presents an opposing viewpoint to challenge the claim.

• Evidence is the main point the writer wants the audience to accept.

• Evidence explains how the logic connects to the claim.