GRADE 5 UNIT 4 The Research-Based Argument Essay

How to Write an Argument

(Session 1) Collect evidence to think through various
sides of an argument.
Rehearse by explaining your position and
listing your reasons point by point.
(Session 2) Plan your claim and reasons into boxes-
and-bullets structure.
(Session 3) Use evidence to support your reasons.
(Session 10) Include a strong introduction and
conclusion.
(Session 11) Anticipate a critics counterarguments....
(Session 13) Include evidence that will way your
audience.

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