Challenge the Text

Students read a persuasive passage and generate three critical questions that challenge the author’s assumptions, reasoning, or evidence. They must explain why each question is valuable and how it exposes weaknesses in the argument. This activity strengthens learners’ ability to interrogate a text rather than accept statements at face value. Students evaluate claims about academic expectations and consider alternative viewpoints. A reflection prompt invites them to state whether they agree with the author’s position and justify their stance. The worksheet encourages curiosity, skepticism, and thoughtful engagement with arguments.

Curriculum Matched Skills

English Language Arts – Critical Questioning and Inquiry

English Language Arts – Evaluating Arguments and Evidence

English Language Arts – Analyzing Claim Strength and Logic

English Language Arts – Reasoning and Perspective-Taking

This worksheet is part of our critical comprehension worksheets collection.