Trace and evaluate the argument and specific claims in a text, distinguishing claims that are supported by reasons and evidence from claims that are not.
Identify elements of an argumentative essay and write original claim sentences to support individual reasoning.
Teach your students the basics of what makes a good argumentative essay through this downloadable PowerPoint presentation.
A worksheet for students to practice identifying a claim and supporting evidence in an argumentative text.
A comprehension task paired with an article about the history of Halloween.
A comprehension activity about the use of smartphones for educational purposes.
A comprehension worksheet for a persuasive magazine advertisement.