5.6 Literary Argumentation

• What is the purpose of literary argumentation?

  To make a claim
• Reasoning in literary argumentation explains how evidence supports the claim.


  True
• Rebuttals in literary argumentation refute counterclaims by strengthening the original argument
• A thesis statement for a literary argument should outline the claim, evidence, and reasoning.


  True
• Steps to gather and analyze evidence from poetry

  1️⃣ Identify the main claim or interpretation

  2️⃣ Carefully read the poem and find relevant evidence
• The process of analyzing evidence involves explaining how each piece of evidence connects to and validates the claim
• Addressing counterclaims strengthens the original argument in literary argumentation


  True
• In "Daffodils," the speaker describes himself as wandering lonely as a cloud
• What does the speaker in "Daffodils" call the bliss of solitude?

  Inward eye
• What is the primary purpose of literary argumentation?

  To make a claim
• Counterclaims challenge the main argument in literary argumentation


  True
• Linking evidence to a claim is a key component of reasoning in literary argumentation


  True
• What does evidence in a literary argument provide support for?

  The claim
• A thesis statement for "Romeo and Juliet" could focus on the contrast between light and dark imagery

  True
• What is one key component of a good literary thesis statement?

  Clearly states your claim
• In "Romeo and Juliet", Shakespeare uses the contrast between light and dark imagery to emphasize the tragic inevitability of the lovers' fate
• When analyzing evidence, explain how each piece of evidence connects to and validates your claim.
• What is one example of evidence from "Daffodils" that conveys joy and wonder?

  Golden daffodils
• Addressing opposing viewpoints requires providing rebuttals to strengthen your argument.


  True
• Match the component of a literary argument with its description:

  Claim ↔️ Central argument of the essay

  Evidence ↔️ Quotes supporting the claim

  Reasoning ↔️ Explanation of evidence's relevance

  Counterclaim ↔️ Opposing viewpoint

  Rebuttal ↔️ Countering the counterclaim
• In the introduction of a literary argument, you should present your thesis statement
• What does the color green symbolize in "The Great Gatsby"?

  Unfulfilled dreams
• Gatsby's pursuit of Daisy represents his longing for the past.


  True
• Using precise vocabulary and relevant literary terms enhances understanding
• Name a rhetorical device that adds persuasive impact to literary arguments.

  Metaphor
• What is the main argument being made about a literary work called in literary argumentation?

  Claim
• Match the component of literary argumentation with its description:

  Claim ↔️ The main argument about the text

  Evidence ↔️ Quotations from the text

  Reasoning ↔️ Explanation linking evidence to claim

  Counterclaims ↔️ Alternative interpretations

  Rebuttals ↔️ Responses to counterclaims
• What is the purpose of addressing counterclaims in a literary argument?

  Strengthen the original argument
• A strong thesis statement includes the claim, evidence, and reasoning.


  True
• The first step in analyzing a poem is to identify the main claim
• What is the first step in effectively supporting a claim about a literary work?

  Identify the claim
• Evidence in literary argumentation consists of quotations or paraphrased passages from the text
• What are counterclaims in literary argumentation?

  Alternative interpretations
• Match the component of literary argumentation with its description:

  Claim ↔️ Main argument about the text

  Evidence ↔️ Textual support for the claim

  Reasoning ↔️ Explanation of evidence

  Rebuttals ↔️ Responses to counterclaims
• A good literary thesis statement should clearly state the claim
• What is the purpose of identifying a claim in literary argumentation?

  To determine the main argument
• Steps to gather and analyze evidence from poetry

  1️⃣ Identify Claim

  2️⃣ Find Evidence

  3️⃣ Analyze Evidence

  4️⃣ Address Counterclaims
• What is the poem "Daffodils" by William Wordsworth about?

  Joy and wonder
• The daffodils in Wordsworth's poem are described as fluttering and dancing in the breeze

  True
• Match the component of literary argumentation with its description:

  Claim ↔️ Main argument about the work

  Evidence ↔️ Quotations supporting the claim

  Reasoning ↔️ Explanation linking evidence to claim

  Counterclaims ↔️ Alternative interpretations

  Rebuttals ↔️ Responses to counterclaims