Analyzing Arguments in Media
Unknown Grade•45 minutes
Learning Objective
I can analyze the structure of arguments presented in media by identifying claims, evidence, and reasoning.
Practice Questions
This lesson includes 5 practice questions to reinforce learning.
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1. What is a topic sentence, and how does it help in identifying the main argument of a paragraph?
2. In a paragraph without a clear topic sentence, what steps can you take to determine the main argument being presented?
3. Analyze the following claim: "Reading improves critical thinking skills." What type of evidence could effectively support this claim, and why is it important to evaluate the quality of that evidence?
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Identifying and analyzing arguments
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