Crafting Reason Statements and Providing Evidence in Argumentative Writing

The video tutorial covers the essentials of writing arguments, focusing on the structure of argumentative essays. It explains the difference between claims, reasons, and evidence, and how to effectively structure body paragraphs. The tutorial includes exercises for identifying and adding reason statements to paragraphs, ensuring clarity and strength in arguments. Students are encouraged to revise their writing by clearly stating reasons and supporting them with evidence.

What is the main purpose of a claim in an argumentative essay?

• To introduce the topic

• To summarize the essay

• To state the main idea or argument

• To provide evidence for the argument

Which of the following best describes a reason in an argumentative essay?

• A summary of the evidence

• A statement that supports the claim

• A conclusion of the essay

• An unrelated fact

What should a good body paragraph in persuasive writing start with?

• A reason statement

• A conclusion

• A quote

• A question

How many pieces of evidence are recommended to support a reason in a body paragraph?

• At least three

• At least two

• At least one

• At least four

What was missing in the first body paragraph about vending machines?

• A transition word

• A conclusion

• A reason statement

• Evidence

What is the main idea of the second body paragraph about vending machines?

• They are healthy

• They are convenient

• They are popular

• They are a waste of money

What should you do if a paragraph lacks a clear reason statement?

• Add more evidence

• Delete the paragraph

• Write a reason statement that ties the evidence together

• Add a conclusion