The Claims

Worksheet Description

This worksheet is a structured guide for students to critically analyze a claim. It directs the student to first write down the claim, then to identify and list the key points of that claim. Next, the worksheet instructs the student to examine these key points for logical fallacies, providing space for them to note these fallacies and explain why they are fallacious. Finally, there is a section for the student to draft a rebuttal to the original claim, incorporating their findings about the logical fallacies.

The worksheet is intended to teach students about the concept of logical fallacies and how they can undermine the validity of an argument. It encourages critical thinking by having students dissect claims to identify errors in reasoning. The exercise enhances their argumentative skills by guiding them through the process of constructing a coherent and logically sound rebuttal. By completing this worksheet, students learn to engage with ideas analytically and to communicate their counterarguments effectively.