Lesson 9 English 10 Turn in shoes! HW: Read Chapter 6!

Warm-Up: Back Side #11 “Atticus Finch is the same in his house as he is on the public streets.” –Miss Maudie Write a 5-6 sentence paragraph arguing whether or not the public should be interested in people’s private lives. Should it matter if people act the same way in their houses as they do on the public streets? Why or why not? Think about celebrities, politicians, etc. Be sure to choose one side over the other!

Take a Stand Choose one wall or the other (agree or disagree)

Quote Sage & Scribe One sheet per partner group

Shoes Does anyone want to share?

Ten Steps Chapter 9 Argument watch?v=kZBDqCRIzY4

Introduction A good argument is not an emotional experience in which people’s feelings get out of control, leaving them ready to start throwing things. Instead, an argument is a rational discussion in which each person advances and supports a point of view about some matter. In a good argument, the other person listens carefully as we state our case, and then assesses our support.

The Basics of Argument: Point and Support POINT: The Beef and Burger Shop is a poor fast-food restaurant. ◦This statement hardly discourages us from visiting the Beef and Burger Shop. “Why do you say that?” we might legitimately say. “Give your reasons.” ◦REASONS:  1. The burgers are full of gristle.  2. The roast beef sandwiches have a chemical taste.  3. The fries are lukewarm and soggy. CLEAR THINKING: A conclusion supported by logical reasons, facts, examples, and other evidence.

Relevant Support Once you identify the point and support of an argument, you need to decide if each piece of evidence is relevant- in other words, if it really applies to the point. In their enthusiasm for making an argument, people often bring up irrelevant support.

Point-Support Outlines POINT: My dog Otis is not very bright. Of the following statements, which three can be seen as RELEVANT support? _____1. He’s five years old and doesn’t respond to his name yet. _____2. He cries when I leave for work every day. _____3. He always gets excited when visitors arrive. _____4. He often attacks the backyard hedge as if it’s a hostile animal. _____5. He gets along very well with my neighbor’s cat. _____6. I often have to put food in front of him because he can’t find it by himself.

Adequate Support A valid argument must include not only relevant support but also an adequate amount of support- enough to prove the point. Arguing a point that does not have adequate support is called “jumping to conclusions.”

Homework: Finish your shoe writing (due next time) Read chapter 6 (not due next class)

10 Steps Practices Complete practices You can listen to your iPod Finished? Keep on your desk ◦Work on your shoe ◦You must read chapter 6 by Tues/Weds ◦Study guide

Practice 1 1. S (A) P (B)2. S (A) P (B) 3. S (A) P (B) S (C)4. P (A) S (B) S (C) 5. S (A) P (B) S (C)6. S (A) S (B) S (C) P (D) 7. S (A) P (B) S (C)8. S (A) P (B) S (C) S (D) 9. S (A) S (B) P (C) S (D) 10. S (A) S (B) S (C) P (D) Practice 2 1. A C E2. C E F3. A C F4. B D E Practice 3 1. B2. B3. B4. C Practice 4 Group 1: CGroup 2: AGroup 3: B Group 4: D