Argument Vocabulary 7th grade

What is the correct definition of an argument?

• making a claim and supporting it using opinions

• pointing my finger in another person's face so they focus

• making a claim and supporting it using logic and evidence

• talking until the other person hears my side

What is the correct definition of persuasion?

• making a claim and supporting using feelings and emotions

• making a claim based on facts and evidence

• making a claim because I feel like it

• making a claim supporting others

The definition of claim in an argument essay:

• the position that you share

• the position you are trying to get your readers to accept

• the paper you get from insurance

• the paper that your teacher gave you

Tags

CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

What is evidence in an argument essay?

• images that we look at

• fluffy stuff that makes me feel happy

• facts that make sense

• facts that support your claim

Tags

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

What is a bridge or warrant?

• Statement that explains how the evidence supports and connects to the claim.

• Statement that is false.

• Statement that explains a lot.

• Statement that is right there.

A counterclaim is challenging the argument by addressing the position of someone who may not agree with the argument.

• True

• False

A counterargument is the same as a counterclaim.

• True

• False

The definition of demonstrating why the counter-argument is wrong...select two.

• turn-back

• refutation

• turn-style

• reference

The audience is:

• Who will be in class?

• Who will be affected by the topic?

• Who will read the essay?

• Who will be observing me?