Understanding Argument Elements/Review

What is a claim in an argument?

• A statement that opposes the main argument

• A statement that supports the main argument

• A statement that provides evidence

• A statement that refutes the counterclaim

Which of the following is an example of evidence?

• "I believe this is true."

• "Studies show that students who read daily score higher on tests."

• "Some people think this is incorrect."

• "This is the best option."

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CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RL.6.1

What is a counterclaim?

• A statement that supports the main argument

• A statement that provides evidence

• A statement that opposes the main argument

• A statement that concludes the argument

How can you refute a counterclaim?

• By agreeing with it

• By ignoring it

• By providing evidence that disproves it

• By restating the claim

Identify the claim in the following statement: "Homework is essential for student success because it reinforces learning."

• Homework is essential for student success

• Because it reinforces learning

• Student success

• Learning

Which of the following is NOT a type of evidence?

• Statistics

• Personal opinions

• Expert testimony

• Research studies

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CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

What is the purpose of a counterclaim in an argument?

• To support the main argument

• To provide additional evidence

• To present an opposing viewpoint

• To summarize the argument

Which of the following statements refutes the counterclaim: "Some people say video games are harmful, but studies show they improve cognitive skills."

• Video games are harmful

• Studies show they improve cognitive skills

• Some people say video games are beneficial

• Video games are popular

Analyze the argument structure: "Eating vegetables is healthy. They provide essential nutrients. Some people dislike them, but they can be prepared in tasty ways."

• Claim, Evidence, Counterclaim, Refutation

• Evidence, Claim, Counterclaim, Refutation

• Counterclaim, Claim, Evidence, Refutation

• Claim, Counterclaim, Evidence, Refutation

Identify the evidence in the following statement: "Recycling is important because it reduces waste and conserves natural resources."

• Recycling is important

• Because it reduces waste and conserves natural resources

• Reduces waste

• Conserves natural resources

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CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1