Argumentative Quiz

What is a claim?

• The opposing viewpoint

• Facts and statistics to support ideas

• The writer’s main point; what the author believes to be true

• Connects evidence to the claim

What is a counterclaim?

• The opposing view

• Facts and statistics to support ideas

• The writer’s main point; what the author believes to be true

• Connects evidence to the claim

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CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.SL.8.3

CCSS.W.8.1A

CCSS.W.8.9B

What is an argument?

• an author trying to convince you to be 'for' or 'against' a topic

• A general statement that offers support for a claim

• Facts, statistics and other information used to support reasons

• a disagreement between two authors

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CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.W.8.1A

CCSS.W.8.1B

What reason does the author give to support her claim that schools should have mindfulness training?

• It provides fun and exciting opportunities for students.

• It can help students combat stress and anxiety.

• It is a trendy, new program to add to school curriculum.

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CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.W.8.9A

What counterclaim does the author identify in this paragraph?

• The author admits that mindfulness training programs are too costly an investment for schools.

• The author acknowledges that research supporting the benefits of meditation in children may be lacking.

• The author notes an argument that those who support meditation programs in schools are not thinking clearly.

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CCSS.RI.8.6

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.W.8.1A

What does the author say to use as a rebuttal for the idea that the research supporting the benefits of meditation may be lacking?

• She mentions a researcher who worked on meditation research and who thinks there is a positive impact on children.

• She doesn't have a rebuttal.

• She mentions other things kids waste their time on in school.

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CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.6

CCSS.RI.8.8

The _______ is the author's direct response to the counterclaim.

• Claim

• Refute

• Argument

• Rebuttal

A piece of evidence that is directly related to the claim is known as...?

• Relevant Evidence

• Irrelevant Evidence

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CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.SL.8.3

CCSS.W.8.1A

CCSS.W.8.1B

_{Claim: Drake is a talented musician}
^{What type of evidence is...}
Drake has sold over forty million albums worldwide.

• Quote

• Fact and/or Statistic

• Personal Belief

• Expert Opinion

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.W.8.1B

CCSS.W.8.2B

CCSS.W.8.9A

What does a reader *NOT* need to look for to determine the credibility of the author?

• The author’s credentials and background

• Where the article was published

• Cited and reliable evidence used to support the claim

• If the author has a different opinion than yours