AEW Analysis - The School Uniform Question

AEW Analysis and Review

by Jewel Lamb

The following questions are about Argumentative Essay Writing.​

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Multiple Choice

What is the sentence that explains what you are arguing?

• counter argument

• rebuttal

• claim

• conclusion

Multiple Choice

A claim is needed to even have an argument?

• True
• False

Multiple Choice

Where is the claim located in an argument essay?

• The claim is the last sentence in the first body paragraph.
• The claim is the first sentence in the first body paragraph.
• The claim is the first sentence in the introduction.
• The claim is the last sentence in the introduction.

Multiple Choice

In what paragraph should you include the hook?

• Introduction
• 1st body paragraph
• Counterclaim paragraph
• Conclusion

Multiple Choice

What should each body paragraph include?

• reason
• evidence
• explanation
• all of the above

Multiple Choice

What should you do after presenting text evidence?

• Move on to another reason

• Transition to a new paragraph

• Explain how that evidence proves your thesis statement

• Summarize that evidence

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not a form of evidence?

• Quote from an expert

• government definitions

• a statistic

• your dad's opinion

Multiple Choice

What is a counterclaim?

• A rebuttal

• Your argument

• The other side of your argument.

• The strongest piece of evidence

Multiple Choice

What do you need to include in your conclusion paragraph?

• thesis restaement

• summary of body paragraphs

• bring the paragraph to a close

• all of the above

Multiple Choice

What are some ways to wrap up your essay?

• Revisit your hook

• Call to action

• So what? Explain why it's important

• All of the above

The following questions are about the essay: The School Uniform Question​

Introduction ------------------------------------->

First Argument (Reason) ---------------------->

Second Argument (Reason) ------------------>

​Counterargument ------------------------------>

Conclusion -------------------------------------->

​Counterargument

Third Argument (Reason) -------------------->

(not necessary but helpful if you have more arguments/reasons to support your thesis/claim)

Multiple Choice

The topic of this essay is school uniforms. What is the hook in the first paragraph?

• School uniforms are the better choice for three reasons.

• First, wearing school uniforms would help make students’ lives simpler.

• Individualism is a fundamental part of society in many countries.

• Opponents of mandatory uniforms say that students who wear school uniforms cannot express their individuality.

Multiple Choice

What is the thesis statement?

• Individualism is a fundamental part of society in many countries.

• School uniforms are the better choice for three reasons.

• The issue is school uniforms.

• Opponents of mandatory uniforms say that students who wear school uniforms cannot express their individuality.

Multiple Choice

Paragraphs 2, 3, and 4 each give a reason for requiring school uniforms. These reasons can be found in the topic sentence of each paragraph.

What is the reason for paragraph 2?

• School uniforms are the better choice for three reasons.

• First, wearing school uniforms would help make students’ lives simpler.

• Second, school uniforms influence students to act responsibly in groups and as individuals.

• Finally, school uniforms would help make all students feel equal.

Multiple Choice

Paragraphs 2, 3, and 4 each give a reason for requiring school uniforms. These reasons can be found in the topic sentence of each paragraph.

What is the reason for paragraph 3?

• School uniforms are the better choice for three reasons.

• First, wearing school uniforms would help make students’ lives simpler.

• Second, school uniforms influence students to act responsibly in groups and as individuals.

• Finally, school uniforms would help make all students feel equal.

Multiple Choice

Paragraphs 2, 3, and 4 each give a reason for requiring school uniforms. These reasons can be found in the topic sentence of each paragraph.

What is the reason for paragraph 4?

• School uniforms are the better choice for three reasons.

• First, wearing school uniforms would help make students’ lives simpler.

• Second, school uniforms influence students to act responsibly in groups and as individuals.

• Finally, school uniforms would help make all students feel equal.

Multiple Choice

In paragraph 4, what supporting information does the writer give to show that uniforms make students equal?

• Implementing mandatory school uniforms would make all the students look the same regardless of their financial status.

• None. The author doesn't provide supporting information.

• Mrs. Lamb thinks school uniforms are dumb.

• Mrs. Lamb thinks school uniforms are cool.

Multiple Choice

Which paragraph presents a counterargument - an argument that is contrary to, or opposite of, the writer's opinion?

• Paragraph 2

• Paragraph 3

• Paragraph 4

• Paragraph 5

Multiple Choice

What is the counterargument/counterclaim?

• Opponents of mandatory uniforms say that students who wear school uniforms cannot express their individuality.

• However, as stated previously, school is a place to learn not to flaunt wealth and fashion.

• School uniforms would promote pride and help to raise the self-esteem of students who cannot afford to wear expensive clothing.

• It is important to remember that school uniforms would be worn only during school hours.

Multiple Choice

The writer gives a refutation (rebuttal) of the counterargument by showing that it is invalid.  What is the writer's refutation (rebuttal)?

• Opponents of mandatory uniforms say that students who wear school uniforms cannot express their individuality.

• However, as stated previously, school is a place to learn not to flaunt wealth and fashion.

• School uniforms are the better choice for three reasons.

• School uniforms would promote pride and help to raise the self-esteem of students who cannot afford to wear expensive clothing.

Multiple Choice

Which sentence from the concluding paragraph restates the thesis/claim?

• School uniforms are the better choice for three reasons.

• They should no longer have to decide what to wear every morning.

• School uniforms would promote pride and help to raise the self-esteem of students who cannot afford to wear expensive clothing.

• In conclusion, there are many well-documented benefits of implementing mandatory school uniforms for students.

Multiple Choice

Reread the concluding paragraph.  What is the writer's opinion about this issue?

• Public schools should require uniforms in order to benefit both the students and society as a whole.

• Students can express their individuality in the way that they dress outside of the classroom.

• Studies show that students learn better and act more responsibly when they wear uniforms.

• Most people believe in the right to express their own opinion without fear or punishment.