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WorksheetsARGUMENTATIVE PRACTICE & SCAVENGER HUNT
Total questions: 41
Worksheet time: 2hrs 53mins
High school students should be required to wear uniforms.
What does a thesis statement have to have to be complete? SELECT ALL THAT APPLY:
topic
position
two reasons
evidence
What is this thesis statement missing?
Takis are the best chips.
topic
reasons
position
nothing
What is this thesis statement missing? Select two.
School uniforms
position
reasons
topic
nothing
What is this thesis statement missing?
Schools offer cooking classes.
position
reasons
topic
nothing
Student made the claim, "Teens and children under the ago of 18 who commit crimes should be tried as adults in court." Which of the following is an example of the best counterclaim the student might make?
Many people feel, on the other hand, that jails in America are overcrowded.
Scientists have proven that people under the age of 18 have not developed mentally as much as adults have, and thus it would be scientifically unethical to try them as adults.
Some people argue that the punishment for juvenile crimes is far too hard.
It might appear as children are incapable of committing crimes.
Student made the claim, "The legal driving age in the U.S. should be 18 years old." Which of the following is an example of the best counterclaim the student might make?
Many people feel that there should be an upper age limit for driving:elders over the age of 80 tend to lose the mental capacity to safely drive a vehicle
Many people argue that teenagers are developmental capable of driving by 16, or even younger
Student had to write a persuasive essay about the effects of television on young kids. Which of the following is an example of the best claim the student might make?
Some television shows may have a negative effect on young children.
I enjoy watching television after school.
Television shows should be more education for adults
"Yu-Gi-Oh!" is the best show on television.
Student had to write a persuasive essay about the effects of television on young kids. Which of the following is an example of the best claim the student might make?
Some television shows may have a negative effect on young children.
I enjoy watching television after school.
Television shows should be more education for adults
"Yu-Gi-Oh!" is the best show on television.
Read the claim:
CLAIM: Junk food is not good for you.
Which rewritten version of the claim makes it more precise, specific, and clear?
Junk food contains ingredients that can harm your physical health.
People eat junk food every day, and they get along just fine.
Junk food is good for you, because it adds variety to your diet.
People eat junk food all the time, and it causes them harm.
Read this text:
COUNTERCLAIM: Pets can actually harm the health of their owners.
Which statement is evidence that supports this counterclaim?
Pet owners tend to have lower blood pressure and less hear disease.
Most pets, like most people, need attention, affection, and care.
Some types of parrot live for nearly a century.
Rabies is a fatal disease that can spread from dogs to humans
Student is making an argument that students should be allowed to purchase coffee in the school cafeteria. Which of the following would be an appropriate REASON?
Students who drink caffeine perform better in school.
Coffee is available in many forms and flavors.
Many parents allow their children to drink coffee at home.
Caffeine consumption can lead to health problems.
Student is making an argument that Physical Education class should be required every year from K-12. Which of the following would be an appropriate REASON?
College acceptance does not require Physical Education class credit.
Exercise increases brain function, which could positively affect students in other classes.
Core subjects such as math, English, science, and history are more important.
All of the above.
What would be an appropriate piece of EVIDENCE to use to prove that the use of cell phones in class increases test scores?
A quote from a teacher saying that cell phones allow students to access educational resources.
A survey of students that shows the majority would prefer using cell phones in class.
Test scores from a school that does not allow cell phones.
Test scores from a year where cell phones were not allowed compared to test scores from a year when cell phones were allowed.
What would be an appropriate piece of EVIDENCE to use to prove that television is harmful to students because it decreases creative thinking?
A study that had children perform creative tasks before and after watching television.
A scan that shows children’s brain activity while watching television.
A survey of parents that reports their opinions on children’s television programs.
Test scores of students who watch more than 2 hours of television per day.
What would be an appropriate piece of EVIDENCE to use to prove that running is the most beneficial type of exercise because it decreases obesity?
A quote from a doctor saying that obesity is a cause of heart disease.
Statistics showing that people who run also exercise in other ways, such as weight lifting or yoga.
Medical records showing that avid runners weigh less than non-runners.
Statistics showing that obesity rates in the United States have risen over the past 10 years.
Which counterclaim is correct?
Claim: All students should have daily chores to teach them good habits.
Although some may argue that daily chores may make students tired during the day, it cannot be denied that daily chores will teach students good habits.
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On the other hand, some may say that all students should have daily chores to teach them good habits, but daily chores after school may make students tired.
Daily chores are good! We should have them!
What is the correct rebuttal for the counterclaim?
Claim: All students should have daily chores to teach them good habits.
Counterclaim: However, some school of thought may reason that daily chores make students tired and stressed during the day.
Although some may argue that daily chores may make students tired during the day, it cannot be denied that daily chores will teach students good habits.
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Some may say that all students should have daily chores to teach them good habits, but daily chores after school may make students tired.
Daily chores are good! We should have them!
Identify the counterclaim to this claim: Students should be able to eat snacks in class.
Chewing gum raises test scores
Studies show eating during class keeps students focused
Teachers argue food distracts students
Eating is during school hours is important
Identify the rebuttal to the previous counterclaim that food causes distractions
Students get Hot Cheeto fingers on the Chromebooks
The real distraction is hungry students who can't focus
It's impossible to open a bag of chips quietly
Students leave crumbs everywhere, which attracts bugs
Identify the counterclaim to this argument: Students should wear uniforms to school.
Having uniforms prepares students for professional careers
Uniforms make everyone's lives easiers
Students need to be able to express themselves
Uniforms allow students to focus on their work not fashion
Identify the counterclaim to this argument: Students should be able to listen to music in class.
Some may argue that music distracts students
Some may argue that music is calming
Teachers can choose the music for the students
Which rebuttal best weakens the counterclaim that music is distracting?
Music motivates students
Music reduces stress
Lyrics in music can cause students to lose focus
Not all music is distracting, in fact, some genres are proven to enhance learning
children bully because it will send a
message. Some say It is very difficult for
parents to manage their children
when they leave the house and go to
school. Despite this, thirteen million
kids are bullied each year and
something needs to be done. The fines
will encourage parents to focus on anti-bullying in the home.
Which sentence is the counterclaim?
kids are bullied each year and
something needs to be done.
will encourage parents to
focus on anti-bullying in the home.
parents to manage their children
when they leave the house and go to
school.
children bully because it will send a
message.
The debate between organic versus conventional food has been going on for decades. Some say organic foods are the best way to help themselves and the environment. Others say, organic foods are not worthwhile to purchase. Organic foods are not worthwhile, as they are overpriced and lack additional nutrients.
Which of the following is the author's claim?
Others say, organic foods are not worthwhile to purchase.
Some say organic foods are the best way to help themselves and the environment.n
Organic foods are not worthwhile, as they are overpriced and lack additional nutrients.
Multiple studies have shown very little support to show that purchasing organic foods benefit your diet. (1) This is shown when the article states, “For a lot, there are no [real] differences” (passage 1, 9). (2)While people can argue that organic is worthwhile, they won’t have the science to back them up. (3)
Which sentence is the author's reason (in their own words)?
1
2
3
4
Organic foods are not very different from conventional ones in nutritional values. They have a very minute increase in nutrients, if not any at all. This is shown when the author says “Buying organic does not necessarily mean there's more health and nutrition benefits.” (passage 2, 23). This shows that having an organic label does not prove the product has a higher nutritional value. Multiple studies have shown very little support to show that purchasing organic foods benefit your diet.
Which sentence is the first reason (in the author's own words) the author gives for Organic Foods not being worthwhile?
They have a very minute increase in nutrients, if not any at all.
This is shown when the author says "Buying organic does not necessary mean there's more healthy and nutrition benefits." (passage 2, 23)
Organic foods are not very different from conventional ones in nutritional values.
Organic foods are not very different from conventional ones in nutritional values. (1) They have a very minute increase in nutrients, if not any at all. (2) This is shown when the author says “Buying organic does not necessarily mean there's more health and nutrition benefits.” (passage 2, 23).(3) This shows that having an organic label does not prove the product has a higher nutritional value. (4) Multiple studies have shown very little support to show that purchasing organic foods benefit your diet. (5)
Which sentence in the paragraph above is the evidence to support the author's reason?
1
2
3
4
Organic foods are not very different from conventional ones in nutritional values. (1) They have a very minute increase in nutrients, if not any at all. (2) This is shown when the author says “Buying organic does not necessarily mean there's more health and nutrition benefits.” (passage 2, 23).(3) This shows that having an organic label does not prove the product has a higher nutritional value. (4) Multiple studies have shown very little support to show that purchasing organic foods benefit your diet. (5)
Which sentence in the paragraph above explains the text evidence in the author's own words?
2
5
4
3
Multiple studies have shown very little support to show that purchasing organic foods benefit your diet. (1) This is shown when the article states, “For a lot, there are no [real] differences” (passage 1, 9). (2) While people can argue that organic is worthwhile, they won’t have the science to back them up. (3)
Which sentence is the authors second reason for their claim that organic foods are not worthwhile?
1
2
3
Multiple studies have shown very little support to show that purchasing organic foods benefit your diet. (1) This is shown when the article states, “For a lot, there are no [real] differences” (passage 1, 9). (2) While people can argue that organic is worthwhile, they won’t have the science to back them up. (3)
Which sentence is evidence to support the author's second reason?
1
2
3
Multiple studies have shown very little support to show that purchasing organic foods benefit your diet. (1) This is shown when the article states, “For a lot, there are no [real] differences” (passage 1, 9). (2) While people can argue that organic is worthwhile, they won’t have the science to back them up. (3)
Which sentence is the evidence explained in the author's own words?
1
2
3
Organic foods are also greatly more expensive. (1) For many, the cost is not worth the gain. (2) This is shown then Lazarus states, “Gen X and millenial crows - are decidedly cynical about the high prices charged for organic foods” (passage 2,16). (3) Younger generations have realized that the makeup of organic products is unjust. (4) Organic products can be marked up by several hundred percent, just to have the label or “organic”. (5) As the article states, “Organic foods and beverages run an average 47% more in price than conventional alternatives. In some cases, the markup can be more than %300” (passage 2, 20). (6) Organic produce is much too expensive to be worthwhile. (7)
Which sentences are reasons the author gives for their claim?
1 and 2
2 and 3
3 and 4
4 and 5
Organic foods are also greatly more expensive. (1) For many, the cost is not worth the gain. (2) This is shown then Lazarus states, “Gen X and millenial crows - are decidedly cynical about the high prices charged for organic foods” (passage 2,16). (3) Younger generations have realized that the makeup of organic products is unjust. (4) Organic products can be marked up by several hundred percent, just to have the label or “organic”. (5) As the article states, “Organic foods and beverages run an average 47% more in price than conventional alternatives. In some cases, the markup can be more than %300” (passage 2, 20). (6) Organic produce is much too expensive to be worthwhile. (7)
Which sentences are text evidence?
1 and 2
2 and 3
4 and 5
3 and 6
Organic foods are also greatly more expensive. (1) For many, the cost is not worth the gain. (2) This is shown then Lazarus states, “Gen X and millenial crows - are decidedly cynical about the high prices charged for organic foods” (passage 2,16). (3) Younger generations have realized that the makeup of organic products is unjust. (4) Organic products can be marked up by several hundred percent, just to have the label or “organic”. (5) As the article states, “Organic foods and beverages run an average 47% more in price than conventional alternatives. In some cases, the markup can be more than %300” (passage 2, 20). (6) Organic produce is much too expensive to be worthwhile. (7)
Which sentences show the author explaining the evidence in his or her own words?
1 and 2
4 and 7
3 and 7
1 and 7
Some say that organic produce contains more antioxidants, therefore making the cost worthwhile. (1) However, scientists have proven that these differences are almost insignificant in the grand scheme of things. (2) This is shown when Lazarus states, “Is it actually better for you? She said, “I’d go with no” (Passage 2, 25). (3) The small change in antioxidant level does not make a very large difference in one’s life. (4) Organic product is not worthwhile. Organic foods are not worth the extra money. (5) These foods have very little difference in nutrition to conventional products. (6) They can also be marked up three times their conventional counterparts, just to have the label of organic. (7) Because of this, buying organic products is given money to a corrupt system. (8)
Which sentence is the counter claim to the author's claim that organic produce and foods are worthwhile?
2
1
3
4
Some say that organic produce contains more antioxidants, therefore making the cost worthwhile. (1) However, scientists have proven that these differences are almost insignificant in the grand scheme of things. (2) This is shown when Lazarus states, “Is it actually better for you? She said, “I’d go with no” (Passage 2, 25). (3) The small change in antioxidant level does not make a very large difference in one’s life. (4) Organic product is not worthwhile. Organic foods are not worth the extra money. (5) These foods have very little difference in nutrition to conventional products. (6) They can also be marked up three times their conventional counterparts, just to have the label of organic. (7) Because of this, buying organic products is given money to a corrupt system. (8)
Which sentence is the authors rebuttal to the counter claim?
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2
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Some say that organic produce contains more antioxidants, therefore making the cost worthwhile. (1) However, scientists have proven that these differences are almost insignificant in the grand scheme of things. (2) This is shown when Lazarus states, “Is it actually better for you? She said, “I’d go with no” (Passage 2, 25). (3) The small change in antioxidant level does not make a very large difference in one’s life. (4) Organic product is not worthwhile. Organic foods are not worth the extra money. (5) These foods have very little difference in nutrition to conventional products. (6) They can also be marked up three times their conventional counterparts, just to have the label of organic. (7) Because of this, buying organic products is given money to a corrupt system. (8)
Which sentence is the evidence to support the rebuttal?
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Some say that organic produce contains more antioxidants, therefore making the cost worthwhile. (1) However, scientists have proven that these differences are almost insignificant in the grand scheme of things. (2) This is shown when Lazarus states, “Is it actually better for you? She said, “I’d go with no” (Passage 2, 25). (3) The small change in antioxidant level does not make a very large difference in one’s life. (4) Organic product is not worthwhile. Organic foods are not worth the extra money. (5) These foods have very little difference in nutrition to conventional products. (6) They can also be marked up three times their conventional counterparts, just to have the label of organic. (7) Because of this, buying organic products is given money to a corrupt system. (8)
Which sentence explains the evidence in sentence 3?
7
6
5
3
Some say that organic produce contains more antioxidants, therefore making the cost worthwhile. (1) However, scientists have proven that these differences are almost insignificant in the grand scheme of things. (2) This is shown when Lazarus states, “Is it actually better for you? She said, “I’d go with no” (Passage 2, 25). (3) The small change in antioxidant level does not make a very large difference in one’s life. (4) Organic product is not worthwhile. Organic foods are not worth the extra money. (5) These foods have very little difference in nutrition to conventional products. (6) They can also be marked up three times their conventional counterparts, just to have the label of organic. (7) Because of this, buying organic products is given money to a corrupt system. (8)
Which sentences provide the conclusion for the essay?
1-4
5-7
