Argumentative Writing

What is a claim?

Name the error to this reason. Claim: All students should have access to the salad bar. Reason: Salad bar items taste good.

Write a claim for this prompt: Should teenagers have curfews?

Claim? True or False. My favorite season is spring.

Name the error to this reason. Claim: All students should have access to the salad bar. Reason: Not many students eat fish sandwich.

Write a claim for this prompt: Should zoos be banned?

Claim, reason, or evidence? Everyone should be a vegetarian.

Claim, reason, or evidence? A college degree is essential for getting a good job.

Write a claim for this prompt: Should standardized testing be abolished?

Write a claim for this prompt: Should young children be exposed to technology?

Claim, reason, or evidence? Fast food should be banned in schools.

What is the purpose of argumentative writing?

Name the error to this reason. Claim: All students should have access to the salad bar. Reason: Students always throw their main lunch away.

Name a solid reason for the claim: Zoos should be banned.