Elements of a Persuasive Argument

What is the main objective of the lesson?

• To describe elements of a persuasive argument

• To discuss obesity in schools

• To understand the history of arguments

• To learn about school recess

What does it mean to persuade someone?

• To confuse them

• To teach them a new skill

• To entertain them

• To get them to do or believe something

Which example is given to illustrate a persuasive argument?

• Shorter school days improve learning

• Longer recess can stop school obesity

• More homework leads to better grades

• Less screen time improves eyesight

What does the acronym CA RR stand for?

• Clear position, specific audience, convincing reasons, response

• Clear position, specific audience, convincing reasons, rebuttal

• Clear position, specific audience, creative reasons, response

• Clear position, specific audience, creative reasons, rebuttal

What is the first component of CA RR?

• Specific audience

• Clear position

• Convincing reasons

• Rebuttal

Why is it important to know your specific audience?

• To entertain them

• To ignore them

• To confuse them

• To address them properly

What might you use to provide convincing reasons?

• Appeal to their emotions

• Avoid giving reasons

• Ignore their concerns

• Confuse them with data

Tags

NGSS.HS-ETS1-3

NGSS.HS-LS4-1

What should you do when someone argues against you?

• Ignore their arguments

• Agree with them

• Change the topic

• Expose their faulty reasons

What is the final step in a persuasive argument according to CA RR?

• Convincing reasons

• Specific audience

• Rebuttal

• Clear position