Video Games Argumentative Prompt “Argument is meant to reveal the truth, not to create it.”

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Video Games Argumentative Prompt “Argument is meant to reveal the truth, not to create it.”

Prompt: Read the following prompt & write an essay based on the instructions. The grade will be based on the rubric following the prompt. Read the following prompt & write an essay based on the instructions. The grade will be based on the rubric following the prompt. There has been much discussion about violence and video games. Some experts even argue it is a cause for juvenile crime. Write an argument taking one side or the other. Use specific examples to support your reasons. Argumentative Prompt

Gather Ideas! Think about whether or not video games cause violence and/or juvenile crime. Think about whether or not video games cause violence and/or juvenile crime. Once you have gathered several ideas on both sides, decide which information is the strongest. Then, move on to develop your thesis statement. Video games cause violenceVideo games do not cause violence Argumentative Prompt

Thesis Statement Use your ideas to develop a strong Thesis Statement. Use your ideas to develop a strong Thesis Statement. Thus, video games do (not) cause violence and juvenile crime because ____________, __________, and ___________. Will an implied thesis work for your style? Kick it up! Thus, video games do (not) cause violence and juvenile crime. Revise: Did you choose the best ideas? Are there any words you can replace with stronger word choices? Argumentative Prompt

Your Turn to Write On! Check List Review your ideas. Choose the best ideas for your essay. Develop a strong Thesis Statement. Evaluate and revise your Thesis Statement. Write your essay. Focus:___________________________________ Argumentative Prompt

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