Unit 3 review

What is the definition of a claim?

• The opposing argument; the side that your opinion disagrees with

• The author's main argument or thesis statement

• Facts, data, and numbers that support your opinion

• The part of the introduction that gets the reader interested in the topic

What are the three rhetorical appeals?

• Ethos

• Logos

• Platos

• Pathos

What is the definition of rebuttal?

• your main argument or thesis statement

• evidence that proves that your opinion is correct

• the opposite of your argument, the side that you disagree with

• evidence that proves that the reasons to support the counterclaim are wrong

What sentence number is the claim?

• 1

• 2

• 7

• 9

Which sentence is the evidence to support the claim?

• 1

• 2

• 4

• 7

In which sentence does the author state the counterclaim?

• 1

• 4

• 7

• 8

What sentence does the author provide rebuttal to the counterclaim?

• 1

• 4

• 7

• 8

Is this an example of a CLAIM or a REASON (evidence that supports the claim)?

Endangered wild animals should be protected.

• CLAIM

• REASON

Is this an example of a CLAIM or a REASON (evidence that supports the claim)?

The World Wildlife Foundation has found that diversity in wildlife species is critical to maintaining healthy ecosystems.

• CLAIM

• REASON

Is this an example of a CLAIM or a REASON (evidence that supports the claim?)

Some studies have shown that certain types of video games can help kids to learn problem-solving skills.

• CLAIM

• REASON