Argumentative Review

In argumentative writing the __________ is what the author thinks about a topic.

• rebuttal

• reason

• claim

• opinion

Determine if the following statement is a fact or opinion.

The school day begins at 7:40 am

• Fact

• Opinion

Determine if the following statement is a fact or opinion.

A recent study shows that 62% of students prefer math to reading.

• Fact

• Opinion

Determine if the following statement is a fact or opinion.

School should start later each day.

• Fact

• Opinion

Determine if the following statement is a fact or opinion.

Dogs are better than cats because they are bigger and more fun to play with.

• Fact

• Opinion

Determine if the following statement is a fact or opinion.

Most dog breeds are larger than cats.

• Fact

• Opinion

Determine if the following statement is a fact or opinion.

Math is more fun than reading because it's easier.

• Fact

• Opinion

What is the purpose for writing an argumentative text?

• To start an argument with the reader.

• To entertain the reader.

• To convince the reader of something.

• To inform the reader of something.

In an argumentative text the author uses evidence, reasons, examples to ________ their claim.

• counter

• respond to

• inform

• support

What is explanation?

• explaining/paraphrasing the evidence, making inferences, interpreting the information.

• The opposing view about a topic.

• Three reasons to support your thesis (main idea)