Persuasive

Student E had to write a persuasive essay about the effects of television on young kids. Which of the following is an example of a claim the student might make to support their argument?

• Some television shows may have a negative effect on young children.

• “Yu-Gi-Oh!” is the best show on television.

• Television shows should be more educational for adults.

• I enjoy watching television after school.

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CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.W.6.1A

CCSS.W.6.1B

A Claim is...

• A statement that is said to be true but is actually false

• A quote that someone says

• A statement of opinion that needs to be proven in order to show that it is true

• A statement that is a fact

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CCSS.RI.6.8

Student C had to write and give a persuasive speech on the topic of wars in our world.

Which of the following is an example of an applicable claim the student might make in their speech?

• Wars require resources such as weapons

• There have been many wars in history that have caused both military and civilian deaths.

• The U.S. is currently involved in multiple wars around the world, including in Sudan, Pakistan, and Iraq.

• Wars cause emotional and physical destruction to both sides.

Student A had to write a persuasive essay about the use of computers for school/homework. Which of the following is an example of a claim the student might make?

• Some students use computers to do their homework.

• Computers are a technological tool.

• Microsoft computers are used by some students to do their homework.

• Computers are the most effective way for students to do homework.

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CCSS.W.6.1A

What is the most appropriate call to action for a student’s persuasive essay entitled “Unhealthy Eating Habits are Negatively Affecting Teens in School”?

• As students, we need to protest against vending machines, stop buying unhealthy school lunch options, and instead demand more fruits and vegetables in our lunches.

• If we don’t change the way we eat, we will be paying for it in increased medical bills in the future.

• Childhood obesity has more than doubled in children and tripled in adolescents in the past 30 years

• Teachers should teach us more about healthy eating and exercising habits

True or False: The only writing with an argument is persuasive

• True

• False

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CCSS.RI.7.8

How are facts primarily used in essays?

• to connect with the audience

• to provide an opposing view

• to support an author’s claim

• to give the author credibility

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CCSS.W.6.1A

CCSS.W.6.1B

CCSS.W.6.2B

Which of the following is an example of a fact?

• It can take several weeks to collect the sap, but it is worth it.

• Everyone in Vermont puts maple syrup in their coffee.

• Maple syrup is a delicious alternative to cane sugar in baking.

• Maple sap is a liquid that is boiled down to create maple syrup.

Which of the following is the best example of an opinion?

• MKMS opened its door 2015!

• Mrs. Garcia is the coolest ELAR teacher on the planet!

• Kayaking involves using core muscles to paddle.

• The black marlin is the fastest sea animal.

What is the primary purpose of a quotation in an essay?

• to analyze specific data

• to present another’s viewpoint

• to explain a complicated issue

• to layout a descriptive narrative