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Comprehension
Task: To compare and contrast alternate
arguments about keeping exotic animals as
pets
Lesson 1 Comprehension Check Questions
1. Trace and evaluate an argument (RI1.1; RI3.8): Read
the title and lines 1-8. Explain what the writers
claim is in this article and identify a phrase that
shows the authors position.
2. Trace and evaluate an argument (RI1.1; RI3.8): Read
lines 9-16. Identify the three reasons the author
presents that support the claim that wild animals
arent pets.
3. Trace and evaluate an argument (RI1.1; RI3.8): Read
lines 17-23. Identify an example used to support a
claim. Explain which reason identified in question 2
that the evidence best supports.
4. Trace and evaluate an argument (RI1.1; RI3.8): Read
lines 24-25. Paraphrase the counter-argument
presented in the article.
5. Trace and evaluate an argument (RI1.1; RI3.8): Read
lines 42-48. What is the authors opinion of how
Writing Task
Should People Keep Exotic Animals as
Pets?
Task: Write a five-part essay that argues
whether people should or should not be
able to keep wild animals as pets. Your
essay should contain evidence from both
articles and at least one other
appropriate source found through
research
Lesson 1: Plan Create an essay plan that
identifies your claim, 3 reasons why you
have taken this position. Write an
introductory paragraph that: