Argument Writing and Eval

In CERCA, what does the first letter (C) stand for?

• Command

• Claim

• Counter-argument

• Conclusion

In an argument writing, which part tells how a person disagrees with your statement?

• Conclusion

• Evaluation

• Counter-argument

• Re-statement

Below is a boy's letter to his mom. Identify his CLAIM.

I think we should get a pet dog. Dogs make great pets because they are loyal. They help detect criminals, like thieves. They also help boost people’s moods because they are friendly and playful. Doctors have even found that owning a dog can improve a person’s health. They reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease and they help prevent allergies, asthma, and eczema in children! You might think that I am not responsible enough to have a pet dog. But, I have demonstrated responsibility by making my bed every morning and doing my homework every afternoon. I know that I would be responsible for walking our pet dog and cleaning up after it. Getting a pet dog would be good for our whole family!

• I think we should get a pet dog.

• Dogs make great pets because they are loyal.

• You might think that I am not responsible enough to have a pet dog.

• Getting a pet dog would be good for our whole family!

Using the same letter, identify the evidence to the claim. Check all that apply.

I think we should get a pet dog. Dogs make great pets because they are loyal. They help detect criminals, like thieves. They also help boost people’s moods because they are friendly and playful. Doctors have even found that owning a dog can improve a person’s health. They reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease and they help prevent allergies, asthma, and eczema in children! You might think that I am not responsible enough to have a pet dog. But, I have demonstrated responsibility by making my bed every morning and doing my homework every afternoon. I know that I would be responsible for walking our pet dog and cleaning up after it. Getting a pet dog would be good for our whole family!

• I know that I would be responsible for walking our pet dog and cleaning up after it.

• They help detect criminals, like thieves.

• Doctors have even found that owning a dog can improve a person’s health.

• They also help boost people’s moods because they are friendly and playful.

In an argument letter, the CONCLUSION

restates the claim in a powerful way. Using the same letter, identify the conclusion of the writer. Type your answer below.

I think we should get a pet dog. Dogs make great pets because they are loyal. They help detect criminals, like thieves. They also help boost people’s moods because they are friendly and playful. Doctors have even found that owning a dog can improve a person’s health. They reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease and they help prevent allergies, asthma, and eczema in children! You might think that I am not responsible enough to have a pet dog. But, I have demonstrated responsibility by making my bed every morning and doing my homework every afternoon. I know that I would be responsible for walking our pet dog and cleaning up after it. Getting a pet dog would be good for our whole family!

In the rate of 1 to 5, wherein 5 is the highest, how do you feel about the lesson/s in your summer class?

What was the most difficult part of the lesson/s?

What was the easiest part of the lesson/s?