Tracing and Evaluating an Argument

Match the following

• The author's opinion or position on a topic.

• Evidence

• Examples of evidence

• Reasons

• Why the author feels the way he or she does about the argument.

• Why?

• Reasons answer this question.

• Claim

• This is used to prove or support the author's reasons.

• Facts, quotes and statistics

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CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RI.5.8

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Taking selfies constantly can negatively impact a child's self-esteem.

• Claim

• Evidence

• Reason

Answer explanation

This is a claim because some people might think TikTok is a great app that helps people learn more and be creative. Not everyone agrees, which means it must be a claim. 

John noticed that his constant posting of selfies on social media has led to fewer interactions with his close friends.

• Claim

• Evidence

• Reason

Answer explanation

This is a claim because some people might think TikTok is a great app that helps people learn more and be creative. Not everyone agrees, which means it must be a claim. 

For example, research shows that 90% of people who frequently use social media report feeling more isolated.

• Claim

• Evidence

• Reason

Answer explanation

This is a claim because some people might think TikTok is a great app that helps people learn more and be creative. Not everyone agrees, which means it must be a claim. 

What is the CLAIM of this paragraph?

Every coffee lover should try the new Espresso Bliss at Cafe Delight. The Espresso Bliss is a recent addition to our coffee menu and it features a unique blend of Arabica and Robusta beans. After all, it's rich, aromatic, and adds a perfect start to your day!

• The Espresso Bliss is a recent addition to our coffee menu.

• It features a unique blend of Arabica and Robusta beans.

• Every coffee lover should try the new Espresso Bliss at Cafe Delight.

• After all, it's rich, aromatic, and adds a perfect start to your day!

What is the CLAIM of this paragraph?

It is important to buy books for the community library. Residents will have more opportunities to read. They can save money by checking out books. Plus, the community will not have to wait as long to read our favorite book!

• It is important to buy books for the community library.

• Residents will have more opportunities to read.

• They can save money by checking out books.

• Plus, the community will not have to wait as long to read our favorite book!

Does the evidence support the claim?

Claim: Fenty Beauty has better products than Kylie Cosmetics.

Evidence: Fenty Beauty foundation is rated four stars at Sephora, but Kylie Cosmetics foundation isn’t even sold at Sephora.

• Yes

• No

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CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RI.5.8

CCSS.RI.7.1

Does the evidence support the claim?

Claim: Home security systems are essential for the safety and protection of households.

Evidence: With a home security system, you can monitor your home remotely, receive alerts for any suspicious activity, and deter potential intruders.

• Yes

• No

Choose a piece of evidence for: 

Kids who are 12 and over should be allowed to vote for the president.

• We will be more interested and involved at school if we get to make our own choices.

• The president, and the president's decisions, affect everyone- including kids.

• Kids should be able to vote for whomever they want.

• Steve said, "I'm not voting until I get legs..."

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CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RI.7.8

Consider a scenario where a public high school is debating the implementation of a uniform policy. Write a claim about whether uniforms should be required in this school.