Argumentative Writing WorksheetName: _____________
_________________ Date: _________________________ Period: _________ELA.10.C.1.3: Write to argue a position, supporting claims using logical reasoning and credible evidence from multiple sources, rebutting claims with relevant evidence, using logical organizational structure, elaboration, purposeful transitions, and maintaining a formal and objective tone.Direction: After reviewing the parts of an argument students will analyze a sample arguments and plan a meaningful argumentative essay in response to a prompt.Terms and Definitions
argument: expresses an opinion or point of view about a debatable topic and consists of a claim supported by reasons and evidence.
claim: also called the central idea or thesis statement, conveys the writer’s or speaker’s position on the issue.
counterclaim: the argument (or one of the arguments) opposing your thesis statement.
Reasons/opinions: explanations or justifications for the claim and answer the question, “Why does the writer or editor believe in his or her claim?”
evidence: include facts, statistics, examples, and expert opinions.