Name: _________________________
Date: __________________________
Period: ________
# ____
Section: Writing
Broad Statement Practice
Part 1: What key words can be used in all of your broad statements? ________________
or ________________.
Part 2: Directions- Read each sample argumentative writing prompt. Then, come up with a
broad statement for each.
Prompt 1: Should every student be required to do community service in 7th grade?
Broad statement 1:
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Prompt 2: Should every student get to attend the class fieldtrip, regardless of behavior?
Broad statement 2:
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Prompt 3: Should schools provide cell phones for students to use during the school
day?
Broad statement 3:
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Prompt 4: Should students have to wear their I.D. badges while in school?
Broad statement 4:
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Prompt 5: Should students get paid for attending school?
Broad statement 5:
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