Argumentative Writing Lesson 2

Think about "The Pleasure of Books". What kind of evidence does W.Phelps use to support his reasoning?

• facts and statistics

• personal experiences

• opinions

In an argumentative essay, the _____ presents the argument in statement form and shows the position of the writer.

• counterargument

• evidence

• reasoning

• claim

In an argumentative essay, the ____________ is the opposite viewpoint to the writer's. The writer talks about it and shows why it's not true

• counterargument

• evidence

• reasoning

• claim

In an argumentative essay, the ____________ supports the reasoning of the argument.

• counterargument

• evidence

• reasoning

• claim

In an argumentative essay, the ____________ tells us WHY the writer believes the claim to be true.

• counterargument

• evidence

• reasoning

• claim

Evidence can only be facts and statistics, not personal experiences.

• true

• false

Where do you get your evidence from?

• a source

• a claim

• a counterclaim

• an opinion

Evidence is relevant/ credible if it is closely related to the topic.

Evidence is relevant/ credible if it is reliable, trustworthy and accurate.