1. Today’s Standard 2.2 Analyze text that uses proposition and
support patterns.
proposition
support

2. Proposition= an opinion put forth by someone.
Support= a reason that answers the question why
about the proposition statement.
Example:
Proposition: Public schools should have a
school uniform policy
WHY?
Support: Safer campus because intruders can easily be identified
Support: School uniforms emphasize group identity, which promotes school pride.
Support: Wearing school uniforms prevent the creation of clothing related cliques.

3. Examples of Support:
Facts, including the results of scientific research
and surveys.
Studies from Long Beach, CA. have shown that the
number of suspensions had decreased since the
mandatory school uniform policy took effect
Statistics– facts in number form.
In 21 states and the District of Columbia, schools and
districts have the right to tell students what to wear
Examples– specific instances that illustrate
reasons or facts.
When the whole school has to wear the same thing, no
one can be picked on

4. Examples of Support:
Anecdotes– brief stories, such as personal experiences
8 year old Carina likes that her principal wears the
same uniform as the students
Definitions-the formal statement of the meaning
At the Cramp School, the uniform consists of white
shirts, red ties, and navy blue bottoms
Opinions from Experts on the subject, especially with
direct quotations.
Principal Karen Williams said, “We’re not here to
parade outfits around. We’re here with our shirts
tucked in, ready for the day.”

5. Your turn!
California is considering eliminating all non-academic subjects (art, music, P.E. etc.) from middle schools to put more emphasis on math, English, history and science. State a proposition on this subject and give 3 sentences of support. Tell what kind of evidence you have used as support (fact, example, statistics, quote, expert opinion, personal experience, or anecdote).