Trace and Evaluate an Argument

A carefully stated claim supported by reasons and evidence

• Argument

• Claim

• Counterargument

• Support

To follow the reasoning of an argument

• Evaluate

• Argument

• Trace

• Counterargument

To decide whether or not an argument makes sense or is convincing

• Trace

• Argument

• Claim

• Evaluate

What should you have in order to have a valid argument?

• A strong claim

• Support

• Counterargument

• All of the above

What is a key indicator that an argument is well-supported?

• The use of strong adjectives

• The presence of personal anecdotes

• The inclusion of verifiable facts

• The use of rhetorical questions

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.8

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

Determining the author's argument, determining the claims, and identifying the evidence are the steps needed to analyze and identify an argument.

• True

• False

Why is it important to distinguish between fact and opinion when evaluating an argument?

• Because opinions are always false

• Because facts provide objective evidence while opinions provide subjective viewpoints

• Because facts are less important than opinions

• Because distinguishing between them is a matter of personal preference

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

In the context of argument evaluation, what is a "logical fallacy"?

• A popular belief that is true

• A mistake in reasoning that weakens an argument

• A fact that supports the main claim

• A statement that everyone agrees with

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.8

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

When evaluating an argument, why is it important to consider the source of the evidence?

• Because the source does not affect the argument's validity

• Because evidence from reputable sources is more likely to be reliable

• Because evidence from any source is considered equally valid

• Because the source's identity is always revealed

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

What is the main argument of a text that claims renewable energy sources are essential for sustainable development?

• Renewable energy sources are expensive.

• Sustainable development cannot be achieved without renewable energy sources.

• Non-renewable energy sources are depleting.

• Renewable energy sources are unreliable.