Elements of an Argumentative Essay

What is a counterclaim?

• The facts, examples, and research.

• The main/central idea to your argument.

• The opposite side of your argument.

What is evidence?

• Information to support your claim.

• The main/central idea to your argument.

• Explains why your evidence is important.

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What is REASON in your argument?

• The facts, examples, and research.

• WHY you support your claim.

• The opposite side of your argument?

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What is a claim?

• The facts, examples, and research.

• The argument/what you believe

• The opposite side of your argument?

Which of these is a COUNTERCLAIM?

• HOWEVER, students get less time in school.

• School should be 4 days a week.

• Research shows that it will help mental health.

Which of these is a claim?

• Some may argue that you can get hurt exercising.

• Exercise can help with your health.

• School SHOULD be four days a week.

What is IMPORTANCE of evidence?

• The facts, research, and expert opinions.

• WHY the evidence is IMPORTANT!

• what you believe

Which of these is evidence?

• Some may argue that you can get hurt exercising.

• This is important because if you feel better, then you can do better in school.

• According to a study, 90% of teachers prefer to have school four days a week.

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Which words do you use in a CLAIM?

• Should, need, , think, believe

• this shows that/this is important

• however, although

• for example, research shows

Which words are used in REASON?

• BECAUSE

• however, although

• for example, research shows

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