SC Writing Review

Essential Parts of Argumentative Writing: What is the position taken by the writer?

• claim

• reason

• evidence

• counter-claim

• rebuttal

Tags

CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

Essential Parts of Argumentative Writing: What is the presentation of the opposing position?

• claim

• reason

• evidence

• counter-claim

• rebuttal

Tags

CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

Essential Parts of Argumentative Writing: What is the explanation of why the writer thinks their claim is true?

• claim

• reason

• evidence

• counter-claim

• rebuttal

Tags

CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

Identify the COUNTERCLAIM to this claim:

Students should be able to eat snacks in class.

• Chewing gum raises test scores.

• Studies show eating during class keeps students focused.

• Teachers argue food distracts students.

• Eating during school hours is important.

What is the underlined section? People should exercise more. Some might argue that there isn't enough time, but exercising gives you more time because it helps be more alert and efficient throughout the day.

• Claim

• Counterclaim

• Rebuttal

• Evidence

Claim or evidence? Homemade oatmeal cookies are not only a better snack option than a candy bar or pack of crackers, they are actually good for you.

• Claim

• Evidence

What would be a good piece of evidence to support this claim (check all that apply)? Strong reading skills are essential for all students.

• Reading is just as important as math.

• According to DoSomething.org, 85% of juveniles in the court system are unable to read.

• Reading helps to develop the mind and imagination and the creative side of a student.

• You'll never get a job if you can't read well.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.7.1

I enjoy reading this new magazine. ___, it has good articles.

• Moreover
• Nonetheless
• However

Tags

CCSS.L.1.1G

CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.5.1A

CCSS.L.5.1E

The kids didn't study. ___, they failed the course.

• Therefore
• Nonetheless
• Otherwise

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.5.6

I was just getting over the flu. ________, I went in to school to take the SAT.

• Then

• Nevertheless

• First

• Immediately

Tags

CCSS.L.1.1G

CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.5.1A

CCSS.L.5.1E