Elements of an Argumentative Text

In writing, the word argument means:

• To fight with someone.

• To insult someone.

• To try to persuade someone to think a certain way.

• To try to convince someone they're wrong.

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CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.RI.7.4

The ________ is the statement that the author is trying to prove is true.

• argument

• claim

• 
  reason

• rebuttal

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CCSS.RI.7.8

What should an author use to support their claim?

• evidence

• opinions

• experiences

• another claim

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CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.W.7.1B

CCSS.W.7.9A

Select the correct definition for the following term: Statistical Evidence

• Using quotes and ideas from people who have more knowledge than you.

• Using numbers and data to support your claim.

• Using supporting details and real-world scenarios to support your claim.

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CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

Select the correct definition for the following term: Expert Evidence

• 
  Using numbers and data to support your claim.

• Using supporting details and real-world scenarios to support your claim.

• Using quotes and ideas from people who have more knowledge than you.

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CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

Select the correct definition for the following term: Fact or Example Evidence

• 
  Using supporting details and real-world scenarios to support your claim.

• Using numbers and data to support your claim.

• Using quotes and ideas from people who have more knowledge than you.

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CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

When the author asks the reader to act or do something in support of their claim, that is called a-

• rebuttal

• claim

• evidence

• call to action

Is the following statement an Opinion or Fact?- "The school day begins at 8am"

• Opinion

• Fact

Answer explanation

FACT

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CCSS.RL.11-12.6

Is the following statement an Opinion or Fact?-Dogs are often considered preferable to cats due to their larger size and the perception that they are more enjoyable to play with.

• Opinion

• Fact

Answer explanation

OPINION

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CCSS.RL.11-12.6

Is the following statement an Opinion or Fact?-Most dog breeds are larger than cats.

• Fact

• Opinion

Answer explanation

FACT DUHHHHH:p TRICKY ! But this can be proven...

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CCSS.RL.11-12.6