This is a quick lesson intro I used before having asking students to practice vocalizing an argument, so I could assess current mastery levels.

1. E L A C C W 1 : I C A N W R I T E A R G U M E N T S T O
S U P P O R T C L A I M S W I T H C L E A R R E A S O N S
A N D R E L E V A N T E V I D E N C E .
How is an argument like
boxing?

2. Similarities and Differences
BOXING ARGUING
Usually
only two
people,
physical
injuries,
uniform
Can be
more than
two people
involved,
No physical
power
necessary,
Pride is
involved
Someone
wins
Strategy

3. When you write an argument, you have to
identify its hidden enemy: the naysayer
 Who would disagree with your argument?
 Let’s practice!

4. Who would disagree? Identify the naysayers.
 Boxing is such a violent sport that it should be
outlawed.
 School dress codes and uniforms should be required
for all students in the United States.
 From the age of 16, students should be required to
work at least 10-hours per week outside of school.