8th Grade Information vs. Argument

How many paragraphs should you have in an argument essay?

How seriously should we take standardized tests?

The  8th Grade FSA Assessment will test on the following two essay types:

An informative essay contains a claim, counterclaim, and support paragraphs.

How many paragraphs do you need in an informative essay?

How might the members of the school board find ways to stop graffiti?

Do college rankings matter?

How important is Arts Education?

Should students be able to grade their teachers?

Decide if this prompt is argumentative or informative: Is cheating getting worse?

Write an essay explaining what "dress for success" means to you.

Which words must you avoid in an argument essay?

In which type of essay must you state both a claim and a counterclaim?

Evidence and _____________ work together to form an argument.

Write an essay explaining changes made in middle school.

An argument is stronger when it is backed by ___________. 

Should students be allowed to make decisions regarding school lunch? This is an argument topic.

Taking a side on a controversial topic is like stating a ___________.

A biography is an example of which type of essay?

In an essay, explain how disappointments can have a good side.

How necessary is a college education?

A topic chosen for a debate could also be used in an argument essay.