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Understanding Claims and Arguments

Authored by Lara Akinsanya

English

6th Grade

CCSS covered

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Understanding Claims and Arguments
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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a claim?

A statement that expresses a personal opinion

A fact that can be proven

A statement that can be supported with evidence

A question that seeks information

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is a counterclaim?

The main argument of an essay

An argument that goes against the main claim

Evidence that supports the claim

A summary of the argument

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of a rebuttal?

To introduce new claims

To support the counterclaim

To refute an opposing argument

To summarize the conclusion

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which sentence is an example of a claim?

Many people believe that exercise is important.

Exercise improves mental health and physical fitness.

Some people think exercise is overrated.

What do you think about exercise?

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the role of evidence in an argument?

To confuse the reader

To support the claim with facts and examples

To state the counterclaim

To provide opinions

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following helps to clarify the relationship between a claim and its reasons?

Rhetorical questions

Transitional words and phrases

Irrelevant details

Personal anecdotes

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does it mean to maintain a formal style in writing?

Using slang and informal language

Writing in a casual and friendly tone

Using academic language and avoiding contractions

Making jokes throughout the essay

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