Argument Writing Terms

Background information

• when the writer explains how the counterclaim is WRONG

• A question that gets the reader to think about the topic and question their own stance on a topic

• Information that helps the reader understand the issue at hand

• Grabs the reader’s attention, some hooks include (interesting fact, scenario, question, quote)

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.W.6.1B

CCSS.W.6.1A

CCSS.SL.6.3

Introduction Paragraph

• the part of the conclusion paragraph where the writer brings up the opposing side’s argument

• The first paragraph in the essay, meant to introduce the topic

• Using clear and direct language, leaving out all slang terms and phrases such as “I think...” “My argument is...”,  “This has been my essay...” and so on. 

• A topic from society that people have different views about

Tags

CCSS.W.6.2A

Credible Source

• “.edu” “.gov” “.org” or another source that has information about the writer

• Facts, statistics, survey results, interviews, quotes, anecdotes and any research that supports the claim.

•  Information that helps the reader understand the issue at hand

• last paragraph of the essay where the argument is wrapped up

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.W.6.1B

CCSS.W.6.8

Hook

• The first paragraph in the essay, meant to introduce the topic

• Grabs the reader’s attention, some hooks include (interesting fact, scenario, question, quote)

• Using clear and direct language, leaving out all slang terms and phrases such as “I think...” “My argument is...”,  “This has been my essay...” and so on. 

• CONNECTS the evidence to the claim

Tags

CCSS.W.6.2A

CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.W.6.4

Audience

• The person or people who will be affected by the issue

• A topic from society that people have different views about

• CONNECTS the evidence to the claim

• The main point being argued about a text, topic or idea

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.6

Formal Style

• The person or people who will be affected by the issue

• Using clear and direct language, leaving out all slang terms and phrases such as “I think...” “My argument is...”,  “This has been my essay...” and so on. 

• Most essays have 3 body paragraphs. Each body paragraph contains a topic sentence, anecdotes and any research that supports the claim.

• when the writer explains how the counterclaim is WRONG, turns back to the writer’s original claim

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.W.6.1B

CCSS.W.6.1A

CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.W.6.1D

Thought provoking question

• Information that helps the reader understand the issue at hand

• when the writer explains how the counterclaim is WRONG, turns back to the writer’s original claim

•   “.edu” “.gov” “.org” or another source that has information about the writer

• A question that gets the reader to think about the topic and question their own stance on a topic

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.W.6.1B

CCSS.W.6.1A

Conclusion

•  last paragraph of the essay where the argument is wrapped up

• The first paragraph in the essay, meant to introduce the topic

• CONNECTS the evidence to the claim

• Most essays have 3 body paragraphs. Each body paragraph contains a topic sentence, anecdotes and any research that supports the claim.

Tags

CCSS.W.6.1E

CCSS.W.6.2F

Counterclaim/counterargument

• when the writer explains how the counterclaim is WRONG, turns back to the writer’s original claim.

• CONNECTS the evidence to the claim

• the part of the conclusion paragraph where the writer brings up the opposing side’s argument

• when the writer explains how the counterclaim is WRONG

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.8

Argumentative writing

• A type of writing where the reader is left with a cliff hanger

• A type of writing where the writer tells their life story

• A type of writing where the writer tries to convince the reader of a point, after presenting two sides of an issue. Includes reasons and evidence. 

• A type of writing where the writer only argues ONE side and does NOT mention the opposing side.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.W.6.1B

CCSS.W.6.1A

CCSS.W.6.1C

CCSS.W.6.1E