(7) Language Arts Lesson 6.01 Scavenger Hunt

p. 3: True or False: Arguments are NOT commonly used throughout our lives.

• True

• False

p. 4: Another word for perspective is...

• retaliation

• jury

• point of view

• dispute

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

p. 4: True or False-Argumentative writing is based on research and includes supporting evidence.

• True

• False

p. 5: Argumentative writing uses logic and not emotions.

• True

• False

p. An effectively written argument contains an introduction, 2-3 body paragraphs, and a conclusion.

• True

• False

p. 4: You can convince readers to agree with your point of view by adding _____ to your argument.

• facts

• opinons

• a lot of extra words

• the name of your scooter

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.8.8

p. 5: Match the following

• a statement that acknowledges an opposing view

• rebuttal

• a statement that takes a clear stand on an issue

• counterclaim

• a statement that refutes the counterclaim and supports your original claim

• claim

p. 5: Why is it important to consider all sides of an issue?

• It strengthens your stance on the issue.

• It helps the reader know that you care about them.

• It makes you a more trustworthy writer.

p. 6: Listen to the argument. Then, answer the question:

Hybrid cars may provide some pollution relief, but they still clog highways and consume fuel.

• This was Tiff’s failed attempt to make a claim. (It is her feelings on the issue rather than a clear stance.)

• This was Tiff’s precise claim that could be supported by evidence.

• This was Stew’s counterclaim.

• This was Tiff’s rebuttal to Stew’s counterclaim.

p. 6: Listen to the argument. Then, answer the question:

Increasing mass transit would indeed cut down on pollution, but it’s not a practical solution for rural areas and for many commuters.

• This was Tiff’s failed attempt to make a claim. (It is her feelings on the issue rather than a clear stance.)

• This was Tiff’s precise claim that could be supported by evidence.

• This was Stew’s counterclaim.

• This was Tiff’s rebuttal to Stew’s counterclaim.