Evaluating Arguments

Students read short arguments that include a claim and a reason, then decide whether each argument is strong or weak. They must also explain why, encouraging deeper analytical thinking. The worksheet guides students to consider the relationship between a claim and the quality of its supporting reason. Some reasons are logical and relevant, while others are weak or based on personal preference, helping students understand what makes an argument effective. This analysis builds higher-level reasoning skills and prepares learners for persuasive writing tasks.

Curriculum Matched Skills

English Language Arts – Evaluating Argument Strength

English Language Arts – Assessing Claims and Supporting Reasons

English Language Arts – Critical Thinking and Justification

English Language Arts – Argument Writing and Analysis

This worksheet is part of our Arguments and Claims Worksheets collection.