Intro to arguments

Quickwrite: Have you ever tried to change the mind of someone in your family? Were you successful, and if so, how did you convince the person?

Brainstorm all the meanings you know for the word argument. The concept of argumentation will become important during this unit.

NOW, THINK BACK TO ONE OF THE CLAIMS. EXPLAIN WHY YOU CHOSE TO AGREE OR DISAGREE WITH IT.

Read the quote below. Paraphrase by rewording and rearranging words.

"I have learned over the years that when one’s mind is made up, this diminishes fear; knowing what must be done does away with fear."

-Rosa Parks