What thesis best balances argument and counterclaim about social media?

Social media entertains but worsens mental health

Witch piece of evidence best supports this claim, High School students having phones reduces focus and productivity

A class with phones was 30% less focused than a class with phones

Which detail signals the author’s reasoning, not just a claim?

“Because of these facts, action is needed.”

Which quote is an example of Ethos?

"This lotion is dermatologist recommended. Buy it today."

A statement or theory that is put forward as a premise to be proved.

How can an essay be improved if it lacks a counterclaim?

Include and refute opposing views

Best fit Claim? The Earth's temperature has been rising at a rate of 0.36°F (0.20°C) per decade

Global warming is on an upward trend and the earth is heating up

Which prompt would allow for the BEST thesis statement?

Is Gimkit or Kahoot a better site for learning as a student?

What’s the most important aspect of the argumentative framework when building a strong argument?

Clear reasoning backed by strong evidence and addressing opposing views

An implied or indirect reference to another work, especially in literature.

Which revision strengthens a claim by addressing a counterargument?

Many dislike uniforms, but they reduce bullying

Which strategy builds a strong argumentative essay?

Use claims, evidence, reasoning, counterclaim

Which quote is an example of allusion?

"Chocolate cake is my Achilles heel."

Thankfully, he decided to be a good Samaritan and help me off the ground.

How can you detect bias in an argumentative passage?

The author shares only one side

What is a counter argument to this claim: "Everyone should eat vanilla ice cream."

EVERYONE shouldn't eat vanilla ice cream because some people are allergic.

What’s the best strategy for analyzing an argumentative passage?

Analyze how evidence supports the claim and note any bias

What piece of evidence would best support a claim Stating that "football is unsafe and needs more guidelines and rules"

According to the injury data report in 2023 there was an average 24.4 IPG

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Your Claim Should be stated in your intoduction
True
False
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What thesis best balances argument and counterclaim about social media?
Teens should stop using social media
Everyone is addicted to social media
Social media causes teen insecurity
Social media entertains but worsens mental health
3
The information used to support a claim or argument
Evidence
Syntax
Dialogue
Exposition
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"An appeal to the audience's reason and logic, often involving facts, statistics, and reasoned arguments to persuade"
Ethos
Logos
Pathos
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Witch piece of evidence best supports this claim, High School students having phones reduces focus and productivity
When students have phones in school it benfits them tremdously
High School students use phones everyday to contact freinds and family
Studys show that phones benfit student mental health by up to 15%
A class with phones was 30% less focused than a class with phones
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"Uses language to trigger an emotional response in the reader."
Pathos
Logos
Ethos
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Which detail signals the author’s reasoning, not just a claim?
“This is obviously the right view.”
“Experts agree this is harmful.”
“This proves it must be true.”
“Because of these facts, action is needed.”
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Which quote is an example of Ethos?
"Buy this lotion to help support dying dogs at the local animal shelter."
"This lotion is dermatologist recommended. Buy it today."
"In 2019, this lotion sold to over 150,000 people. Buy it today."
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"Refers to the credibility, character, and trustworthiness of the author or speaker."
Logos
Pathos
Ethos
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Thesis definition
A long essay or dissertation involving personal research.
A statement from another time period used as a flashback from a past event.
A statment with the intention of evoking humor as a joke.
A statement or theory that is put forward as a premise to be proved.
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What’s the best first step when reading an argumentative passage?
Find and underline the thesis
Read the conclusion first
Identify the author’s tone
Highlight unfamiliar words
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"A point of view that challenges/opposes the primary argument being presented."
Bias
Understatement
Irony
Counter Argument
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How can an essay be improved if it lacks a counterclaim?
Replace weak evidence
End with a quote from a source
Add another strong example
Include and refute opposing views
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Which is NOT an example of thesis?
It was 72 degrees on April 21.
The environment should be protected by more measures in the near future.
My dog's breed is superior to other dogs.
Chromebooks should be left in the school to charge.
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Which one applies an Allusion incorrectly.
He had the joy of Romeo.
Growing up, their brotherhood was like Cain and Abel's.
His overconfidence was his Achilles heel.
She possessed the greed of Midas.
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Best fit Claim? The Earth's temperature has been rising at a rate of 0.36°F (0.20°C) per decade
Global Warming kills our wildlife
Global Warming is not as big of a threat as we may think
Global warming is on an upward trend and the earth is heating up
Global warming is caused by carbon emmisons
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"According to phoneexpert.org, 2/3 Samsung phones last 5+ years. Buy a Samsung today." -What rhetorical appeal is this?
Ethos
Pathos
Logos
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Which prompt would allow for the BEST thesis statement?
How is Cheese made?
When did the Chinese civil war end?
What is the georgia law for wearing a helment while on a motorcycle?
Is Gimkit or Kahoot a better site for learning as a student?
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What’s the most important aspect of the argumentative framework when building a strong argument?
Presenting a claim with minimal evidence
Providing personal opinions without counterclaim
Repeating the claim in every paragraph
Clear reasoning backed by strong evidence and addressing opposing views
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What’s a red flag for weak or manipulative reasoning?
Explaining both sides clearly
Using formal academic tone
Citing emotional stories only
Referencing two or more experts
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Allusion Def.
what is said is the opposite of the literal meaning.
a comparison between two things.
An implied or indirect reference to another work, especially in literature.
A thing that is or is likely to be wrongly interpreted by the senses.
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Which revision strengthens a claim by addressing a counterargument?
Uniforms cost too much for some families
Uniforms stop bullying but limit expression
Many dislike uniforms, but they reduce bullying
Uniforms are boring and uncomfortable
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Which strategy builds a strong argumentative essay?
Add personal beliefs throughout
Use claims, evidence, reasoning, counterclaim
State opinions boldly
Start with emotional appeal
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Which quote is an example of allusion?
"The wind whispered."
"Chocolate cake is my Achilles heel."
"He was as brave as a lion."
"I'm so hungry I'd eat dirt."
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Allusion Example
"That's one small step for man; one giant leap for mankind".
Walking past the upside down musium in Orlando, Fl.
"What a lovely day!" During a Thunderstorm and Tornado.
Thankfully, he decided to be a good Samaritan and help me off the ground.
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A statement, often presented as a thesis, that asserts a main point or position on a topic.
Theme
Claim
Introduction
Allusion
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How can you detect bias in an argumentative passage?
It explains a counterclaim clearly
The article includes statistics
It uses formal academic language
The author shares only one side
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What is a counter argument to this claim: "Everyone should eat vanilla ice cream."
Based on a poll, 2/3 people like vanilla ice cream.
EVERYONE shouldn't eat vanilla ice cream because some people are allergic.
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"Your donation could help get this puppy off of the street and into a loving home."
Ethos
Logos
Pathos
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What’s the best strategy for analyzing an argumentative passage?
Only focus on the conclusion and ignore the reasoning
Focus on the author’s tone and emotional appeal without questioning it
Read the passage once and assume the argument is true
Analyze how evidence supports the claim and note any bias
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What piece of evidence would best support a claim Stating that "football is unsafe and needs more guidelines and rules"
According to the injury data report in 2023 there was an average 24.4 IPG
In the NFL, the median annual salary for a nutritionist is $130,000.
Football is dangerous and there is a lot of risk when playing
In 2024 Concussions decreased 17% compared to the 2023 season

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