1. W1. Write arguments to support claims with clear reasons and relevant evidence.
Warm up - What is an argument? Give an example of a time you tried to convince someone of your side of the argument.

2. W1. Write arguments to support claims with clear reasons and relevant evidence.
An argument is a reasoned, logical way of demonstrating that the writer’s position, belief, or conclusion is valid. Arguments seek to make people believe something.

3. Every solid argument must have a claim
W1. Write arguments to support claims with clear reasons and relevant evidence.
CLAIMS
Every solid argument must have a claim
Claim – your belief about a topic, issue, event, or idea.
Example: Matapeake Middle School is the best!

4. Evidence must support your claim.
W1. Write arguments to support claims with clear reasons and relevant evidence.
EVIDENCE
Evidence must support your claim.
Unlike claims, evidence is indisputable.
Example: Matapeake Middle School has the highest test scores in the county.

5. REALLY good arguments include the counter claim.
W1. Write arguments to support claims with clear reasons and relevant evidence.
COUNTER CLAIMS
REALLY good arguments include the counter claim.
Counter claim- A solid and reasonable argument that disagrees with your claim.
Example:
Claim- Nutella is a healthy snack.
Counter Claim- Nutella has 200 calories in it for every 2 tbsp. 

6. Where do we see argument in our lives?
W1. Write arguments to support claims with clear reasons and relevant evidence.
Where do we see argument in our lives?

7. W1. Write arguments to support claims with clear reasons and relevant evidence.
Practice  Kia Advertisement Watch the advertisement. Then write a claim for the author’s advertisement.