Thanksgiving Opinion on the Best Side Dish
Written by Adi Ackerman, Head Teacher
"Thanksgiving Opinion on the Best Side Dish" is written for 7th Grade (Ages 12-13), and it covers Common Core W.7.1.D. A 6th grader who is already steady on opinion writing can use it too, and an older student can use it as a short review.
7th grade grammar worksheet: score three side dishes on flavor, tradition and effort, then write a mock-serious formal argument. Part of our argument writing collection. Aligned to Common Core standards.
How do I use this worksheet?
Use an organizer sheet first when students need help planning, and a topic sheet when they are ready to write more freely. The seasonal arguments suit a single week in the year, while the would you rather sheets work any time. Hand out the rubric before students write.
What students will practice
- Students will score three dishes on several qualities from 1 to 5.
- Students will recognize a mock-serious argument about a light subject.
- Students will write a formal style argument for the winner.
Curriculum Links
Common Core State Standards
Writing · 7th Grade
Standard: Establish and maintain a formal style.
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FAQ
How do I use this argument writing worksheet?
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Use an organizer sheet first when students need help planning, and a topic sheet when they are ready to write more freely. The seasonal arguments suit a single week in the year, while the would you rather sheets work any time. Hand out the rubric before students write.
What does this worksheet teach?
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Score three side dishes on flavor, tradition and effort, then write a mock-serious formal argument. A mock-serious argument treats a light subject as a matter of great importance. The directions on the page read: Read the topic. Fill in the chart in Step 1, with 5 as the highest score. For Effort, 5 means worth the work. In Step 2, write your argument in a formal style, as if the whole meal depended on it.
Can I use this argument writing worksheet for homeschool or classroom?
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Yes, both. We made it for 7th grade opinion writing, and it works the same at home or at school. At home, a student can work through it alone and then go over it with you, which shows quickly what is solid and what needs another look. In class it works as independent practice, homework or a warm-up, and you can print one copy or a full set.
How do you write an argument in 7th grade?
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State a claim, give reasons with evidence, answer the other side and end with a conclusion. Summer Argument on Year-Round School plans each part in short notes before a 20 line essay.
What is the difference between a claim and a reason?
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A claim is the position you take on a topic, and a reason tells why the claim is right. Argue for or Against Later School Start Times asks for a one sentence claim and then at least two effects used as reasons.
What is a counterpoint in an argument?
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A counterpoint states the best reason of the other side and then answers it. Would You Rather Be Famous or Unknown? asks students to include one in their 9 line argument.
How do you grade an argument essay?
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Use a rubric with clear traits and levels. Argument Essay Rubric, Four Score Levels scores traits such as claim and counterclaim from 1 to 4.
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Worksheet Details
| Grade | 7th Grade |
| Subject | Grammar & Writing |
| Topic | Opinion Writing |
| Standard | W.7.1.D |
| Pages | 1 page |
| Difficulty | Medium |
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