The best way to keep your cat from destroying furniture with her claws is to have a scratch post is an example of...

evidence provided by the author to support his/her claim.

a reason why not to have a cat as a pet.

a reason why dog's are considered man's best friend.

Going out in the burning sun without sensible protection is extremely dangerous. The first reason is that you can get extremely sunburnt. The second reason is that you can get horrible skin cancers because of damaging light rays. Another reason is that too much time out in bright sunlight can damage your eyesight. Remember to wear a hat, put on a shirt, use sunscreen and wear sunglasses. What is the author's claim?

Being out in the sun can be dangerous, so it is important to protect yourself.

It is important to always wear sunscreen and sunglasses when you're outside.

Too much time in the sun can cause cancer and many other health problems.

Being sunburnt can be extremely painful, so you should always wear sunscreen.

a text in which the writer develops and defends a position or debates a topic using logic and persuasion

visualizing physical details from a text such as actions, characters, scenes, events, and setting

a specific subject, idea, or issue that is the focus of a discussion, essay, article, or other work

Going out in the burning sun without sensible protection is extremely dangerous. The first reason is that you can get extremely sunburnt. The second reason is that you can get horrible skin cancers because of damaging light rays. Another reason is that too much time out in bright sunlight can damage your eyesight. Remember to wear a hat, put on a shirt, use sunscreen and wear sunglasses. Which of the following is the best evidence to support the author's claim?

"you can get horrible skin cancers because of damaging light rays"

"Remember to wear a hat, put on a shirt, and wear sunglasses."

"Going out in the burning sun without sensible protection is extremely dangerous."

Information from the text that proves or supports the speaker's claim

Something made up to help prove your point

something that the author believes is true

Something that actually exists and can be proven true

What does it mean to persuade someone?

To make (someone) agree, understand, or realize the truth of something

To give your opinion about a topic

Which of the following is an example of a fact that would persuade someone to adopt a cat?

Cats live for an average of 16 years.

Argumentative Texts

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8th Grade

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CCSS

RI.8.8, W.8.1A, W.8.1B

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1.

MULTIPLE SELECT QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Check all of the options that are claims.

Soda is not as healthy as water.

Schools should not sell soda.

77% of students don't like school lunch

Schools should serve what kids want to eat.

Tags

CCSS.W.8.1A

2.

MULTIPLE SELECT QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following statements uses data? (choose all that apply)

More people have dogs than cats.

2 out of 3 homes have a least 1 dog

50% more people are allergic to cats over dogs

Most people do not like cats.

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.SL.8.3

CCSS.W.8.1B

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

An argument that stands in opposition to a claim is...

Pro/Con

Refutation

Counterargument

Parallel Argument

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.SL.8.3

CCSS.W.8.1A

CCSS.W.8.1C

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the statement that the argumentative text will prove/defend?

Opinion

Thesis

Summary

Hostile

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RI.8.8

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a counterclaim?

Facts to prove the claim correct.

A response to someone who disagrees with your argument.

A claim made by the opposing side.

The opposite of a claim.

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.SL.8.3

CCSS.W.8.1A

CCSS.W.8.1C

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Is this Credibility, Logic, or Emotion:
"If you have dandruff then you need Head and Shoulders shampoo"

Credibility

Logic

Emotion

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.8

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

This part of an argumentative text builds upon the thesis made in the introductory paragraph(s), and includes evidence/facts that support/prove the thesis.

Conclusion

Title

Body Paragraphs

Tags

CCSS.W.8.1B

CCSS.W.8.2B

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Argumentative Texts

24 questions

Check all of the options that are claims.

Which of the following statements uses data? (choose all that apply)

An argument that stands in opposition to a claim is...

What is the statement that the argumentative text will prove/defend?

What is a counterclaim?

Is this Credibility, Logic, or Emotion:
"If you have dandruff then you need Head and Shoulders shampoo"

This part of an argumentative text builds upon the thesis made in the introductory paragraph(s), and includes evidence/facts that support/prove the thesis.

Language that appeals to the senses

Is this Credibility, Logic, or Emotion:
"Everyday millions of animals die out in the wild, donate to the ASPCA today!"

Is this Credibility, Logic, or Emotion:
"Proactive is dermatologist recommended!"

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24 questions

Check all of the options that are claims.

Which of the following statements uses data? (choose all that apply)

An argument that stands in opposition to a claim is...

What is the statement that the argumentative text will prove/defend?

What is a counterclaim?

Is this Credibility, Logic, or Emotion:"If you have dandruff then you need Head and Shoulders shampoo"

This part of an argumentative text builds upon the thesis made in the introductory paragraph(s), and includes evidence/facts that support/prove the thesis.

Language that appeals to the senses

Is this Credibility, Logic, or Emotion:"Everyday millions of animals die out in the wild, donate to the ASPCA today!"

Is this Credibility, Logic, or Emotion:"Proactive is dermatologist recommended!"

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Is this Credibility, Logic, or Emotion:
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"Everyday millions of animals die out in the wild, donate to the ASPCA today!"

Is this Credibility, Logic, or Emotion:
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