Using Relevant Evidence in Argumentative Writing

The video tutorial covers the essentials of argumentative writing, focusing on the importance of claims, reasons, and evidence. It provides examples to illustrate how to choose relevant evidence and avoid irrelevant information. The tutorial includes exercises for identifying and revising evidence in argumentative essays, emphasizing the need for clear and relevant support for reasons. Students are guided through practical applications to strengthen their writing skills.

What is the primary focus of argumentative writing?

• To confuse the audience

• To provide irrelevant evidence

• To entertain the reader

• To ensure evidence supports reasons

Which of the following best describes a 'claim' in argumentative writing?

• An unrelated fact

• The main idea you are arguing

• A random statement

• A humorous anecdote

Why is it important to use relevant evidence in your writing?

• To include more examples

• To make the essay longer

• To support your reasons effectively

• To confuse the reader

In the example given, why is the statement about dogs learning tricks considered relevant evidence?

• It is unrelated to the topic

• It directly supports the reason that dogs are smart

• It is a funny statement

• It is a personal opinion

What should you do if you find irrelevant evidence in your writing?

• Highlight it

• Ignore it

• Replace it with relevant evidence

• Add more irrelevant evidence

In the analysis of the argumentative letter, what was the main issue identified?

• Too many claims

• Irrelevant evidence

• Lack of a conclusion

• Too many reasons

What is the first step in revising a paragraph with irrelevant evidence?

• Add more sentences

• Identify the irrelevant evidence

• Change the topic

• Ignore the evidence