Kentucky Reading and Writing C.9-10.1.f

ELAGrades 9–10Composition

The Standard

C.9-10.1: Compose arguments to support claims in an analysis of substantive topics or texts, using valid reasoning and relevant and sufficient evidence.

Provide a concluding statement or section that follows and supports the argument presented.

Kentucky Academic Standards for Reading and Writing (2025) · Text Types and Purpose

Teacher's field guide

What Students Need to Do: Students write an ending that fits the claim and reasons in their argument. They bring the main points together and leave the reader with a clear final thought.
What Mastery Looks Like: A student can restate the claim in fresh words and connect it to the reasons already given. The ending makes the argument feel complete without adding a new point.
Common Misconceptions: Students may copy the introduction word for word or add a reason they have not supported. Some write a broad closing line that could fit any argument.
How to Assess It: Exit ticket: Give students this claim: 'Schools should start later because teens need more sleep and attendance may improve.' Ask them to write a two-sentence conclusion without adding a new reason.

Lesson moves

Print a short argument and three possible endings; have pairs sort the endings by how well each fits the claim and reasons.
Ask students to compare two endings for the same argument and write which one better supports the claim, with one reason why.
Give pairs a claim and two reasons; have them write an ending, swap papers, and flag any new reasons.
Show a school board letter asking for later start times; have students write its final two sentences using the letter's stated reasons.

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