Edison's Best Invention
Genre: Opinion Text
Genre: Opinion Text
WHY THIS TEXT?
In this opinion essay, students will learn to recognize the characteristics of argumentative texts and determine the author’s claim. Students should be able to provide supporting details about the writer’s message, distinguishing fact from opinion. In addition, students should be able explain how the comparison chart further supports the author’s claim.
KEY LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Retell/Summarize
Identify Claim
Ideas and Support
Text and Graphic Features