W1. Write arguments to support claims with clear reasons and relevant evidence.

Warm up - What is an argument? Give an example of a time you tried to convince someone of your side of the argument.

W1. Write arguments to support claims with clear reasons and relevant evidence.

An argument is a reasoned, logical way of demonstrating that the writer’s position, belief, or conclusion is valid.

Arguments seek to make people believe something.

W1. Write arguments to support claims with clear reasons and relevant evidence.

CLAIMSEvery solid argument must have a claimClaim – your belief about a topic, issue, event,

or idea.

Example: Matapeake Middle School is the best!

W1. Write arguments to support claims with clear reasons and relevant evidence.

EVIDENCEEvidence must support your claim.

Unlike claims, evidence is indisputable.

Example: Matapeake Middle School has the highest test scores in the county.

W1. Write arguments to support claims with clear reasons and relevant evidence.

COUNTER CLAIMSREALLY good arguments include the counter

claim. Counter claim- A solid and reasonable

argument that disagrees with your claim.

Example:Claim- Nutella is a healthy snack.Counter Claim- Nutella has 200 calories in it for

every 2 tbsp.

W1. Write arguments to support claims with clear reasons and relevant evidence.

Where do we see argument in our lives?

W1. Write arguments to support claims with clear reasons and relevant evidence.

Practice

Kia Advertisement

Watch the advertisement. Then write a claim for the author’s advertisement.