WorksheetsArgument Structure
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 13mins
What is the writer's stance, or overall argument?
claim
reason
evidence
reasoning
What is a main point that uses logic or reasoning to justify the writer's claim?
claim
reason
evidence
reasoning
What are facts, quotes, or anecdotes used to support the claim and reasons of an argument?
claim
reason
evidence
reasoning
What is a bridge that connects evidence to a claim and reasons?
claim
reason
evidence
reasoning
What is a claim that disagrees with the writer's claim?
claim
rebuttal
counterclaim
anecdote
What is evidence that disputes or disagrees with the counterclaim?
claim
rebuttal
counterclaim
anecdote
Where do arguments usually state a main claim?
toward the end of the introduction
at the beginning of body paragraphs
within body paragraphs
at the end of the conclusion
Where do arguments state reasons, or main points, one at a time?
toward the end of the introduction
at the beginning of body paragraphs
within body paragraphs
at the end of the conclusion
Where do arguments give evidence to support the claim and reasons?
toward the end of the introduction
at the beginning of body paragraphs
within body paragraphs
at the end of the conclusion
Where do arguments give reasoning or elaboration to explain evidence?
toward the end of the introduction
at the beginning of body paragraphs
at the beginning of the introduction
right before or after the evidence
What part of an argument does this statement show?
claim & reasons
reason (main point)
evidence
counterclaim & rebuttal
What part of an argument does this statement show?
claim & reasons
reason (main point)
evidence
counterclaim & rebuttal
What part of an argument does this statement show?
claim & reasons
reason (main point)
evidence
counterclaim & rebuttal
What part of an argument does this statement show?
claim & reasons
reason (main point)
evidence
counterclaim & rebuttal
What part of an argument does this statement show?
claim & reasons
reason (main point)
evidence
counterclaim & rebuttal
What part of an argument does this statement show?
claim & reasons
reason (main point)
evidence
counterclaim & rebuttal
Which statement gives a counterclaim to the claim shown here?
Most dogs are capable of learning many different useful tricks.
Teaching dogs to stay can help to keep them from accidentally running away.
Dogs that can shake hands to be more agreeable during nail trimmings.
Which statement gives a counterclaim to the claim shown here?
Wearing comfortable clothing can make people feel more relaxed.
Dressing in formalwear like a suit or gown can boost a person's confidence.
The word pajama comes from the Hindi word pai jama, which means "leg clothing."
Which statement gives a counterclaim to the claim shown here?
Aisle seats provide people with the best access to restrooms.
The middle seats are usually the last seats on a plane to fill up.
In window seats, you can lean against the wall of the plane to nap.
Which statement gives a counterclaim to the claim shown here?
The puck in hockey moves so quickly that it can be hard to keep track of the game.
Ice hockey games are so fast-paced that fans can't get bored.
Ice hockey teams must win over thirty games in one season to compete in the championship.
