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WorksheetsArgumentative Writing
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 8mins
What is a claim?
A personal opinion without evidence
A statement supported by evidence
A collection of facts
A persuasive word choice
What does evidence mean?
Personal viewpoints
Facts or data used to support an argument
Strong feelings about a topic
Sources that are biased
Which term describes a source that can be trusted?
Bias
Relevance
Credible source
Stereotype
What is a counterclaim?
A personal attack
Evidence that proves your claim
An opposing argument
A supporting detail
When you cite a source, you are:
Sharing your opinion
Listing personal beliefs
Identifying where evidence comes from
Arguing against the source
Which word means “to be against something”?
Opposing
Bias
Cite
Data
What does viewpoint mean?
A person’s opinion or perspective
A fact-based conclusion
An opposing argument
Evidence use
What is data?
Personal stories
A collection of facts
A viewpoint
A stereotype
What does bias refer to?
Trusted information
Fair judgment
A personal preference or unfair viewpoint
A strong argument
A rebuttal is used to:
Support your claim
Explain your evidence
Prove the counterclaim correct
Explain why the counterclaim is weaker
Schools should start later because students get more sleep and perform better
Claim
Counterclaim
Rebuttal
Citation
Some people argue that schools should start earlier to give students more time for homework and activities
Claim
Counterclaim
Rebuttal
Citation
Although some argue starting school earlier gives more time for activities, research shows students are more alert and learn better with later start times
Claim
Counterclaim
Rebuttal
Bias
According to a 2023 study by the National Sleep Foundation, teens need 8–10 hours of sleep
Claim
Counterclaim
Rebuttal
Evidence
I only like this book because it’s my favorite author, not because of its quality.
Claim
Counterclaim
Rebuttal
Bias
