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Arbeidsark: Academic Writing and Argumentation

Delt av Thomas Borthne-Skattum3. mai 2026

📝 Academic Writing and Argumentation – Worksheet

English 1 – VG2


Name: _________________________ Date: _________________ Class: _______


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Task 1: Fill in the Missing Words 📋


Complete the sentences using words from the box below.


Box: *credible* | *debatable* | *ethos* | *logos* | *thesis* | *evidence* | *counterargument*


  • A strong _________________ statement should be specific and clearly support your main argument.

  • The pillar of _________________ uses logical reasoning and concrete facts to persuade your audience.

  • Every major claim in academic writing must be supported by _________________ from reliable sources.

  • When you establish _________________, you demonstrate that you are trustworthy and knowledgeable as a writer.

  • A _________________ acknowledges opposing views and respectfully shows why your argument is stronger.

  • Your thesis must be _________________, meaning it can be argued and is not a simple fact.

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    Task 2: Match Concepts to Definitions 🔗


    Draw a line to connect each term with its correct definition.


    | Term | Definition |

    |----------|----------------|

    | Ad hominem fallacy | A. Presenting only two options when more solutions exist |

    | Straw man fallacy | B. Attacking the person instead of addressing their argument |

    | False dilemma | C. Misrepresenting someone's position to easily defeat it |

    | Begging the question | D. Assuming your conclusion is true in your evidence |


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    Task 3: Identify Claim, Evidence, and Analysis ✅


    Read the example below and label each part:


    "Video games improve problem-solving skills because research shows players score 23% higher on logic puzzles than non-players, demonstrating that gaming develops critical thinking abilities."


  • CLAIM: _________________________________________________________________

  • EVIDENCE: _________________________________________________________________

  • ANALYSIS: _________________________________________________________________

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    Task 4: Short Answer – Common Mistakes 💭


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