Argumentative Writing

What are the three components of an argumentative essay?

• Claims

• Reasons

• Evidence

What is the goal of argumentative writing?

• To use emotional evidence to convince the reader to agree with the argument.

• To present evidence to help the reader make their own conclusions about an argument.

• To use factual evidence convince the reader to agree with the argument.

What is the definition of a claim in an argumentative essay?

• Main points that justify the writer’s argument

• Evidence that supports the argument

• The writer’s overall argument

Identify the arguable claim.

• Ice cream is delicious.

• Ben and Jerry’s ice cream is more delicious than other ice creams because it is creamy, flavored naturally, and made in small batches.

What is a counterargument?

• An argument to refute earlier arguments

• An argument to support earlier arguments

• An argument about a new issue

Identify examples of evidence.

• Quotes

• Statistics

• Opinions

• Examples

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The _____ statement summarizes the main point of your essay.

Provide an example of a claim a below.

Refute the claim you made in the previous slide by writing a counterclaim below.

Provide a reason for you claim.

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