WorksheetsArgumentative Unit
Total questions: 13
Worksheet time: 7mins
Which element of argumentative writing; Supports thesis statements, is concise, is clear, should NOT be a specific example, (May be a supported inference)
Reason
Example
Thesis
none
A persons beliefs or feelings
(a)
How many reasons should you have to support your thesis?
1
2
3
6
Which choice supports opinions?
Thesis
Reasons
Example
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What is the following an example of?
”Students should feel comfortable when learning at school.”
transitional signal
supported inference
propaganda
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Which element of argumentative writing should; Be concise, Be positive, Be a complete sentence (clear), Avoid some phrases (I feel.. I believe), Avoid being too specific?
Reasons
Thesis
Examples
Which element of an argumentative piece should; Supports reasons/ arguments, be clear, Use 4 w’s, be specific, be elaborated upon (Have at least two of these for each reason)
thesis
command word
example
Reasons
Opinions use judgement words
True
False
Supported inferences cannot be used as reason statements to support thesis statements.
True
False
Propaganda and bias promote strong feelings, are not completely true, do not allow for exceptions (black and white thinking)
True
False
Evidence is facts that support your claim.
Transitional signals to help identify reasons/arguments:
True
False
Defending your thesis is NOT called a rebuttal
True
False
