1. Welcome Back! We have TONS to do in the next 2 weeks. We have to work hard!  Journal #8 —Pop Quiz  Q3: The AP Argument Essay  Previous Prompts  Sample Essay  The 2011 Prompt: Thomas Paine  HW: Select memoir ASAP and have it read by Jan 5 th

2.  Define the following Argument Terms  1. argument  2. claim  3. evidence/data  4. concession  5. qualifier  6. counter argument  7. refutation

3.  Journal #9—Argument Prompt (10 minutes)  Thomas Paine Argument Deconstruction  Complete chart  On the back, write:  Claim: Your claim that answers the prompt in a complete and thoughtful sentence  Evidence:3 pieces of support/data  Concession: acknowledge the opposing viewpoint

4. Journal # 9 Argument Prompt 1. Read the Prompt 2. Deconstruct the Prompt A-author. T-title, T-time or topic Identify the task 3. Write a claim that answers the prompt 4. Think of 2-4 pieces of evidence to support your position In his 2004 book, Status Anxiety, Alain de Botton argues that the chief aim of humorists is not merely to entertain but “to convey with impunity messages that might be dangerous or impossible to state directly.” Because society allows humorists to say things that other people cannot or will not say, de Botton sees humorists as serving a vital function in society. Think about the implications of de Botton’s view of the role of humorists (cartoonists, stand-up comics, satirical writers, hosts of television programs, etc.). Then write an essay that defends, challenges, or qualifies de Botton’s claim about the vital role of humorists. Use specific, appropriate evidence to develop your position.

5.  Turn in Thomas Paine Argument Packet to the tray  Journal #10—Current Events  Make a list of any recent current events, political happenings, court rulings, or  The Argument Prompt:  Defend, Challenge, Qualify  —finish for homework

6.  Talk through your homework—turn it in to the tray  Mencken Argument Deconstruction—finish for homework  HW:  1. Bring your Memoir tomorrow!  2. You should be reading 30 minutes per night—completed by Jan. 5

7.  Share out the Menken Prompt—turn in to the tray  Memoir Reading—please fill in your title and author on the chart  You should be reading 20-30 minutes per day  Done by January 5th