Elements of Argumentative Text

When an author uses a generally accepted rule incorrectly in a particular situation

• loaded language

• direct address

• sweeping generalization

• rhetorical question

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.6

CCSS.RI.7.8

expresses a position or makes a claim about an issue or problem, and supports that position with reasons and evidence

• argument

• evidence

• anecdote

• statement

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.W.7.1A

CCSS.W.7.1B

CCSS.W.7.1C

an incorrect or problematic argument that is not based on sound reasoning

• Logical fallacies

• rhetorical question

• statement

• opinion

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.SL.7.3

CCSS.W.7.1B

CCSS.W.7.9B

statements that can be proven, observed, or measured

• facts

• opinions

• statement

• argument

a question asked for an effect, not actually requiring an answer

• rhetorical quesion

• logical

• logical fallacies

• sweeping generalization

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.6

CCSS.SL.7.3

specific pieces of information that support a claim

• statement

• facts

• evidence

• argument

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.W.7.1B

any sentence that is either true or false, but not both

• opinion

• argument

• direct address

• statement

personal beliefs that may or may not be supported by facts

• logical

• evidence

• statement

• opinion

Tags

CCSS.W.7.1A

CCSS.W.7.1B

A brief story that illustrates or makes a point by the author

• evidence

• anecdote

• statement

• logical

Tags

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.W.7.3A

The targeted group of people who would be interested in or benefit from reading the text.

• logical fallacies

• direct address

• intended audience

• loaded language