WorksheetsArgumentative text
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What is an argumentative essay?
A. A three paragraph essay that talks about a certain issue
B. A 5 paragraph essay where you give your stand on an issue and give reasons to support your opinion.
C. An essay where you give information
D. An essay that explains a certain issue
You should support claims with all of the following EXCEPT
A. logical reasoning
B. relevant evidence
C. supporting ideas
D. bias opinions
In which part of the argumentative essay do you include the thesis statement?
A. Introduction
B. Body Paragraphs
C. Rebuttal
D. Conclusion
What is the other side of the issue (opposite of your claim) called?
Thesis Statement
Hook
Counterargument
Rebuttal
It is the part where all the reasons or explanations to answer the questions of the introduction will be exposed.
A. Conclusion
B. Body Paragraphs
C. Thesis
D. Introduction
Where in the essay should a thesis statement appear?
A. first paragraph
B. anywhere in the essay
C. last paragraph
D. the first sentence of every paragraph
There are three parts to an essay. Which choice contains all of them?
A. Thesis, Lead, Hook
B. Introduction, Body (3 paragraphs), Conclusion.
C. Claim, Counterclaim, Rebuttal.
D. Lead, Body, Rebuttal
Which of these transitions would you use when you address the counterargument?
A.However
B. Also
C. Similarly
D. In conclusions
What is the purpose of an argumentative essay?
A. To persuade the reader
B. To entertain the reader
C. To tell an interesting story
D. To give information about a topic
Which of these is NOT part of an argumentative essay introduction?
A. Hook
B. Background information
C. Claim
D. Evidence
What does the thesis statement include?
Your claim and highlights your 3 reasons
Your claim and highlights 2 reasons
Your claim and highlights 3 reasons with evidence
Your claim with no reasons
What is the purpose of the thesis statement?
Gives you a map of your essay.
Will tell inform the reader what one can find in the body paragraph.
Provides the claim and reasons.
All of the above
The most dangerous outfit
High heels are overrated. To be precise, the use of high heels overrated and more importanly is dangerous. Based on studies, high heels are dangerous for person, especially women to be more confident and healthier without wearing it.
The extensive use of high heels, as stated by researchers at Stanford University, increases joint problems and the riks of osteoarthritis. They noticed that when the participants walked in high heels, their knees bent in an awkward way. Another study by Dr. Murtaugh states that it, at least, puts more stress stress to the knee.
based on the findings presented, it is better for women to stop wearing high heels. after all, high heels hurt, and women should be confident for what they are.
What is the claims that support the conclusion?
Researchers at Stanford University, increases joint problems and the riks of osteoarthritis.
Another study by Dr. Murtaugh states that it, at least, puts more stress stress to the knee.
They noticed that when the participants walked in high heels, their knees bent in an awkward way.
It is better for women to stop wearing high heels.
The most dangerous outfit
High heels are overrated. To be precise, the use of high heels overrated and more importanly is dangerous. Based on studies, high heels are dangerous for person, especially women to be more confident and healthier without wearing it.
The extensive use of high heels, as stated by researchers at Stanford University, increases joint problems and the riks of osteoarthritis. They noticed that when the participants walked in high heels, their knees bent in an awkward way. Another study by Dr. Murtaugh states that it, at least, puts more stress stress to the knee.
based on the findings presented, it is better for women to stop wearing high heels. after all, high heels hurt, and women should be confident for what they are.
What is the claim that support the conclusion?
Women should be confident for what they are.
The use of high heels overrated and more importanly is dangerous.
Dr. Murtaugh was studied in Standford University.
All answers are wrong.
Un pleasant idea of vegan diet
There is strong movement from people who choose not to consume meat, and their reasons vary from the healthiness to the effort of making the body looks appropriate or ideal. This is a rather ludicrous idea.
Human beings have been consuming meat since thousands of years and counting. There are no cases when consuming meat causing severe problems, provided meat is consumed in appropriate amount, for everyone. Many say that being a vegan means having a healthier, stronger body and mind. Actualy, according to studies, our bodies are perfectly capable of digesting, absorbing and making full use of the many beneficial nutrients found in animal foods. Thus, there is no health reason to completely avoid animal foods.
Don’t put unnecessary restrain on yourselves. You should enjoy life to the fullest; give your best in any possible situations, as well as consuming meat.
What does the writer think of a vegan diet?
The writer doesn’t think of anything
The writer strongly supports the vegan diet.
The writer agrees whether it’s a vegan diet or not.
No need to restrain on yourselves. You should enjoy life to the fullest.
Un pleasant idea of vegan diet
There is strong movement from people who choose not to consume meat, and their reasons vary from the healthiness to the effort of making the body looks appropriate or ideal. This is a rather ludicrous idea.
Human beings have been consuming meat since thousands of years and counting. There are no cases when consuming meat causing severe problems, provided meat is consumed in appropriate amount, for everyone. Many say that being a vegan means having a healthier, stronger body and mind. Actualy, according to studies, our bodies are perfectly capable of digesting, absorbing and making full use of the many beneficial nutrients found in animal foods. Thus, there is no health reason to completely avoid animal foods.
Don’t put unnecessary restrain on yourselves. You should enjoy life to the fullest; give your best in any possible situations, as well as consuming meat.
What is the claims from the text above?
There are no cases when consuming meat causing severe problems, provided meat is consumed in appropriate amount.
There is strong movement from people who choose not to consume meat.
Many say that being a vegan means having a healthier, stronger body and mind.
According to studies, our bodies are perfectly capable of digesting, absorbing and making full use of the many beneficial nutrients found in animal foods.
you should support claim with all of the following, except?
Bias opinions
Logical reasoning
Supporting ideas
Relevant evidence
Which piece of evidence best supports the claim that we should have sports in middle school?
“School sports include volleyball, soccer, basketball and tennis”.
“Research shows that school sports increase student interest in school”.
“When schoolss have sports programs, the school must spend money on coaches and equipment”.
“in schools that have sports, students attend games after school”.
What is the purpose of Argumentative text?
To tell an interesting story.
To give information about a topic
To entertain the reader.
To persuade the reader.
Once you choose a position/ side, you should...
Develop an introduction.
Develop your claims.
Outline your entire essay.
Do nothing.
The person/people you are trying to convince?
Reason
Audience
Fact
Opinion
Where in the text should a Big claim statement appear?
Introduction
Last paragraph
Anywhere in the text
Credit
Which supports the conclusion that we should stop using screens for a week?
Screen allow students to find information quickly and efficiently.
Screen on cell phones have become larger in the past few years.
Screen cause students to be distracted and the they cannot learn as well.
Technology has become more advanced in the past ten years.
A claim should always have?
Rebuttal
Vocabulary words
Counterclaim
Evidence and Reasoning
The strongest arguments include?
Reliable sources and credible evidence.
Logical fallacies and credible evidence.
Logical fallacies and faulty reasoning.
Reliable sources and faulty reasoning.
A counter argument is?
The intended target group for a message.
The quality of having trustworthy and reliable sources.
A text that an author uses to defend a position.
A viewpoint that oppposes the writer’s claim.
When do you use formal language?
When you write a story.
When you write on academic essay.
When you talk a friend.
When you werite a text message.
1. Which piece of evidence best supports the claim that -students should have sports class in middle school-?
"Schools that have sports class are popular"
"Including sports programs is expensive."
"Research shows that sports increase student interest in school"
"School sports include volleyball and soccer.
2. What is the other side of the issue (opposite of your claim) called?
Counterargument
Conclusion
Thesis statement
Opposition
3. Which of these transition words would you use in the counterargument paragraph?
Also
Similarly
However
In conclusion
4. The evidence below best matches which claim?
-Teachers often stay late at work, plan and grade student work at home and spend many hours on weekends planning lessons for the week.-
Teachers respect students.
Teachers work very hard.
Teachers are very knowledgeable.
Teachers are very important.
5. Which of these is NOT a part of an argumentative text?
Introduction
Body Paragraphs
Setting
Conclusion
6. What is the purpose of an argumentative essay?
To entertain the reader
To prove the thesis is right
To change the reader´s opinion about a topic
To give information about a topic
7. Which of these phrases would be good to use to cite text evidence?
In conclusion,
According to the text,
In my opinion,
In other words,
9. Which quote supports the claim that people should stop using screens?
"Screens cause students to be distracted and then they cannot learn well."
"Screens allow students to find information quickly and efficiently."
"Technology has become more advanced in the past ten years."
"Screens on cell phones have become larger in the past few years."
10. A thesis statement is NOT...
the author´s claim
the main argument of the essay
a question
11. The thesis statement in an Argumentative text must briefly mention the ideas of the topic sentences that will be developed in the body paragraphs.
True
False
What is the definition of argumentative text?
written works that are generally recognized as having artistic value. Basic forms of literary texts include prose, fiction, drama, poetry, and literary non-fiction.
text that presents information in order to inform or educate an audience
a text in which the writer develops and defends a position or debates a topic using logic and persuasion
What is the definition of author's purpose?
intentional and deliberate use of organizational patterns, text and graphic features, syntax, devices, and diction to create an effective written work; author’s craft may vary by genre
the reason an author writes about a particular topic (e.g., to persuade, to entertain, to inform, to explain, to analyze, etc.); the reason an author includes particular details, features, or devices in a work
written/spoken explanations or interpretations that further develop an idea Context — the words, sentences, or passages that precede or follow a specific word, sentence, or passage
the writer’s or speaker’s position on a debatable issue or problem
claim
conclusion
counter argument
evidence
the part of an argument in which the writer considers and attempts to disprove an opposing opinion
rebuttal
reason
evidence
counter argument
a device that writers use to make their arguments appeal to readers
Whip Appeal
rhetorical appeal
literary appeal
rebuttal appeal
facts, statistics, numerical data, quotations, specific examples, and expert opinions that support a claim
reason
rebuttal
evidence
structural element
Why is this conclusion convincing?
It gives the argument new meaning.
It leaves readers with a lasting impression.
How does the author avoid merely summarizing his or her claim in the conclusion?
The author restates the claim, using different words, but focusing on the importance of organizing young voters.
The author gives an example of how one political activist is helping organize young voters.
Which quote from the conclusion offers solutions to a problem?
“‘What we're trying to do is organize as well as possible to make sure that they get a chance to raise their voices…’”
“However, just 15 percent of eligible voters between the ages of 18 and 20 voted in the 2014 midterm elections.”
Suppose the writer added this sentence to the conclusion:
If young voters show up at the polls, the reigning party’s priorities could be halted.
How does the sentence make the conclusion convincing?
It asks the reader to take action.
It makes a prediction about the future.
Argumentative Text is...
Author writes facts about a topic
Author writes about a side of an argument
Author writes about a favorite thing
Author writes about someone's life
