Author's Argument

The author mainly argues that:

• The women’s hockey league is suffering as a result of player boycotts.

• It is good to see female hockey players stand up for what is right.

• Professional female hockey players are treated very well.

• Ice hockey is enjoyed by many people worldwide.

The author mainly argues that:

• Colleges should pay their athletes.

• College athletes must get support from their families.

• Most athletes cannot get a job because of the time requirements of being a student-athlete.

• Receiving an athletic scholarship is many student athletes’ dream.

The author mainly argues that:

• Pitchers receive the highest pay in the MLB.

• The pitcher is the most important player in baseball.

• Having a bad pitcher can cause a team to lose the game.

• Hitting averages do not matter in baseball.

The author mainly argues that:

• Sports are good for children in many ways.

• Sports help children solve problems.

• Sports help children improve their physical fitness levels and stay in shape.

• Sports may be great for some kids, but they may not be for everyone.

The author mainly argues that:

• Football is the most dangerous sport.

• The sport with the highest number of injuries is football.

• Some football-related injuries can be avoided with the proper precautions.

• Ill-fitting equipment can lead to injuries.

The author mainly argues that:

• Gender separation in sports is necessary.

• Men and women have the same level of skill.

• Men are stronger and have more muscle mass than women.

• Some sports allow women and men to compete against one another.

The author mainly argues that:

• Football games aren’t the best sport to watch live.

• Event centers, fans, and concession stands contribute to the enjoyableness of a live game.

• Hockey, baseball, and basketball are the best sports to watch live.

• There is plenty of action in hockey games.

What is an argument?

• enough evidence provided

• an attempt to convince others to think or act in a certain way

• facts or supporting information that provides proof of a claim

• a statement of the author's perspective that must be proved

What is a claim

• enough evidence provided

• an attempt to convince others to think or act in a certain way

• facts or supporting information that provides proof of a claim

• a statement of the author's perspective that must be proved

What claim does the author make?

• The buffalo nickel is one of the most valuable collector coins

• Native Americans utilized almost every part of the buffalo

• The buffalo were similar to the periodic table of elements

• Tribes used pieces of the buffalo for shelter, warmth, and function