SWBAT: Complete an argumentative

writing prompt
IOT: provide insight, commentary and
reactions.
Exit Ticket: What is the best way to
strengthen an argument?
Homework: Complete writing prompt.

Cause: a person or thing that acts,

happens, or exists in such a way that
some specific thing happens as a result;
the producer of an effect:
Effect: something that is produced by an
agency or cause; result; consequence:

Writing prompt:
What is your favorite way to spend a lazy

day?

Use the Cause and Effect Text

structure. The cause of your lazy day
and the effect of your lazy day. Be
specific and use as many details as
possible.

You are arguing an issue (regardless of

the subject or opinion) and forcing the
reader to see your point of view.

The subject is NOT IMPORTANT!!

The CAUSE of my lazy day would be:

The EFFECT of my lazy day would be:

To strengthen your writing ability you

have to separate yourself from the
actual subject of the prompt, and focus
on the skill. You could write ANYTHING
and as long as you include CAUSE and
EFFECT you will receive a high grade.
(ARGUMENTATIVE WRITING).

What is the best way to strengthen an

argument?