All About the Discursive Essay

All About the Discursive Essay

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11th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the main objective of a discursive essay?

Back

To present both sides of an argument

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What should be included in the body paragraphs of a discursive essay?

Back

Examples, evidence, and an interim conclusion

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which tense should be used when writing a discursive essay?

Back

Present tense

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Where should the writer express their personal point of view in a discursive essay?

Back

In the conclusion

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the purpose of the introduction in a discursive essay?

Back

To introduce the topic

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the purpose of a discursive essay?

Back

To guide the reader through the evidence and analysis to reach a final conclusion based on the evidence presented.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which of the following is not allowed in Room 702? Feeling safe, Having fun, Growing your brain, Feeling that you do not matter

Back

Feeling that you do not matter

8.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

If you hand your work in on paper or online just one day late, what is the penalty in Room 702?

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