Understanding Argumentative Texts

The video tutorial explains argumentative text, which is used by authors to present and support a claim with the aim of persuading the reader. It clarifies that an argument in this context is not a fight but a claim supported by evidence. The tutorial uses the example of convincing a teacher to have a class pet to illustrate how authors can use claims and evidence to persuade their audience. The importance of providing ample supporting evidence to make a convincing argument is emphasized.

What is the primary purpose of argumentative text?

• To entertain the reader

• To inform the reader

• To persuade or convince the reader

• To describe a process

What is NOT a characteristic of argumentative text?

• Persuading the reader

• Presenting a claim

• Describing a fictional story

• Providing evidence

In the context of argumentative text, what does 'argument' mean?

• A heated debate

• A claim made by the author

• A disagreement between characters

• A narrative story

What is the author's goal when writing an argumentative text?

• To confuse the reader

• To entertain the reader

• To persuade the reader to agree with their claim

• To provide a summary

Why might an author write an argumentative text to their teacher?

• To narrate a story

• To describe a historical event

• To explain a math problem

• To request a class pet

Who is the intended audience in an argumentative text?

• The author

• The reader the author wants to convince

• The editor

• The publisher

What is the role of the intended audience in argumentative text?

• To write the text

• To publish the text

• To be convinced by the author's claim

• To edit the text

What is a 'claim' in argumentative text?

• A description of a setting

• A statement the author wants the reader to agree with

• A question posed by the author

• A list of characters

Which of the following is an example of a claim?

• Fire is hot.

• Water is wet.

• Dogs are better pets than cats.

• The sky is blue.

What is the first step in writing an argumentative text?

• Making a claim

• Choosing an audience

• Writing a conclusion

• Providing evidence