Trace & Evaluate an Argument

Front

What are statements made to explain a belief?

Back

Reasons

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.8

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RL.7.1

Front

What is the term for a specific reference that is used to support a claim?

Back

Evidence

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RI.5.8

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RI.6.8

Front

What is the writer's position or opinion on a problem or issue called?

Back

Claim

Front

What is the purpose of providing evidence in an argument?

Back

To support the claim and strengthen the argument.

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.7.1

Front

What is a claim in the context of an argument?

Back

A statement that asserts a belief or opinion that can be supported by evidence.

Front

What is the relationship between claims and reasons in an argument?

Back

Reasons provide support for claims.

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.5.8

Front

What is the process of tracing an argument?

Back

Identifying the claim, reasons, and evidence presented.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

Front

What is the importance of evaluating an argument?

Back

To determine its validity and strength based on the evidence provided.

Tags

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.5.8

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.7.1

Front

What does it mean to evaluate evidence in an argument?

Back

Assessing the relevance and credibility of the evidence presented.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

Front

What are the components of a strong argument?

Back

A clear claim, supported by relevant reasons and credible evidence.