Elements of Argumentative Text

Why is it important to identify the main argument in an argumentative text?

• To ignore the author's perspective and purpose

• To focus on irrelevant details

• To confuse the reader

• To understand the author's perspective and the overall purpose of the text.

How does the main argument relate to the overall purpose of the text?

• The main argument should directly support or align with the overall purpose of the text.

• The main argument is only loosely connected to the overall purpose of the text

• The main argument contradicts the overall purpose of the text

• The main argument is completely unrelated to the overall purpose of the text

Can you have more than one main argument in a single text? Why or why not?

• No, because it would confuse the reader

• No

• Yes, because it makes the text more interesting

• Yes, because it allows for more diverse viewpoints

Select the best definition of a claim.

• The writer's main argument in a text.

• The writer's compromise to opposing viewpoints.

• All of the above.

• None of the above.

Select the best definition of counterargument.

• When the writer introduces an opposing viewpoint that is opposite of the claim.

• When the writer introduces a key idea that is supportive of the claim.

• Both of the above.

• None of the above.

Select the best definition of concession.

• When the writer admits some validity within the counterargument.

• When the writer refutes the counterargument.

• Both of the above.

• None of the above.

What section of an argumentative text is presented here: "Students must continue wearing face masks in schools if we want to see fewer children fall victim to the Covid-19 Pandemic."

• Claim

• Concession

• Counterargument

• Rebuttal

What section of an argumentative text is presented here: "Despite the evidence that facemasks are effective, some people believe that wearing them causes an infringement of personal rights. As a result, some parents have stormed school board meetings to fight against it."

• Claim

• Counterargument

• Concession

• Rebuttal

What section of an argumentative text is presented here:

"For some, wearing a face mask can cause difficulties with breathing or can impact their allergies depending on the materials of the mask."

• Claim

• Counterargument

• Concession

• Rebuttal

What section of an argumentative text is presented here:

"Although some may find wearing a face mask uncomfortable, it is necessary to prevent the spread of Covid-19, especially among students."

• Claim

• Counterargument

• Concession

• Rebuttal