English 7 – Argument Writing

On your own piece of paper answer the following questions. You have 5 minutes.

Should kids be allowed to play dangerous sports?

For example, is football too dangerous? Why/Why not?

Journal

NOTES

Claim = your stance on an issue. This is your thesis that states where you stand (for, against, etc.)

Counterclaim = the opposition’s stance. What does your opposition claim about the issue and why?

Counter-argue = proving the opposition wrong. Take their evidence and argue why the don’t know what they are talking about. Fallacies? False research?

Call to Action = what needs to happen next with your issue? What do you suggest the audience do to take action?

What are the essentials?

Evidence!

Logos – facts, statistics, research-based

Pathos – emotional scenarios, guilt, etc.

Ethos – credible sources, ethics, etc.

What else does an argument need?

Introduction = hook, background, claim/thesis

Body = evidence and explanation

Conclusion = significance, call to action

Other Writing Basics

We will read “Why Parents Should Let Their Kids Plan Dangerous Sports” by Jeb Golinkin.

As we read highlight and label each key element of the argument essay:

-------------------------------------------Introduction Evidence

Hook Pathos/Ethos/Logos Background CounterclaimClaim Counterargument

Significance Call to Action

Close Reading

With a partner discuss and answer the questions about the author’s style.

Put your journal + notes + annotation + answers to questions

in your folder.

Thinking Further