Analyzing Arguments
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Objective
I can identify the claim, evidence, and reasoning in an argument.
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Key concepts
3 concepts
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When evaluating informational writing, readers should be skeptical until the writer gives a reason to trust them.
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To evaluate a source's argument, identify the author's claim, the evidence supporting that claim, and the reasoning that connects the evidence to the claim.
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Trustworthy sources often provide information that can be independently verified through other sources and experts.
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Practice
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What are the three main components of an argument that you should identify when reading informational texts?
Define 'claim' in the context of an argument.
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Exit ticket
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“Read the following claim: 'Chocolate is the best dessert.' Provide one piece of evidence that supports this claim, and explain your reasoning for how that evidence supports the claim.”
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