What is this an example of Opinion, Persuasive or argument?
Argument
What is a counterclaim?
The opposing side
Why does the scale have only one side in this image to describe opinion?
Opinion only deals with one sided views
Persuasive writing relies on this to convince the reader? Emotions or facts
Emotions
On the other hand, some people argue that wearing a uniform will take away their unique identity. However, a person's identity is not merely in the clothes they wear. It is found in their language, stories and food." Claim or counterclaim
No, it's a counterclaim.
Define opinion?
It's a person's belief, thoughts, feelings about a topic.
What is the antonym for claim?
Counterclaim
Argumentative Writing must be backed by Emotions. True or False
False
"to begin with" "furthermore", "however" are examples of connectives. True or false?
True
Argumentative writing must be backed by evidence. True or false?
True
What are some ways to provide evidence to back support your claim?
Provide facts, statistics, research data from Universities and scientists, expert quotes.
" Many people argue that animal testing is cruel. In some cases, it is true. However, it would be much more cruel to test on humans. " Is this a claim or counterclaim?
counterclaim
While writing a balanced argument, where will you state your side and opinion?
In the conclusion
"I think climate change is real. I can see the effects of pollution all around me in terms of the weather." IS this an opinion, persuasive or argumentative statement.
Opinion
What is a synonym for Persuade?
Convince
Why is the scale almost balanced in Argumentative writing? Because we look at both sides or 1 side only
We look at both sides.
What are questions which are asked for effect and to make the reader think called?
Rhetorical Questions
"Say “climate change” and see how most people react. Many people quietly glaze over and switch off. So here’s the first point: Don’t switch off. Climate change isn’t just words. " Is this Opinion, Persuasive or argumentative statement?
Persuasive
Between Persuasive and Argumentative writing - which would be more aggressive and will try to change your mind?
Persuasive writing
How can you get facts and statistics to support your claim?
Through research
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