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Point-Counterpoint Graphic Organizer

Critically analyze two opposing claims on a given topic by summarizing their core arguments, comparing their key points of divergence, and evaluating their strengths and weaknesses.

Point-Counterpoint Graphic Organizer 

Guiding Question  

  • How can opposing viewpoints be critically evaluated to inform understanding?

Objectives 

  • I can summarize, compare, and evaluate two claims.

Directions: Complete the graphic organizer as you read the point and counterpoint essays. 

Point

The Issue on the Table

Counterpoint

Summarize in your own words:

Select and record the sentence(s) that best demonstrate the point of view of this claim:

Summarize in your own words:

Select and record the sentence(s) that best demonstrate the point of view of this claim:


Reflection Questions:

  1. Compare the two arguments. To what extent do these claims support or oppose each other?
  2. Which argument do you find more convincing? Explain what led you to this point of view.
  3. What questions are you left with, or what other relevant details could you add to either claim?