Revision. Critical Paragraph writing

Writing workshop:
Argumentative paragraph writing

Cultura y Civilización de los Pueblos de Habla Inglesa I
Facultad de Lenguas-UNC

Let's review the structure and some key concepts for writing an argumentative paragraph with this Quizizz activity!

​Argumentative paragraph writing

Remember that an effective argumentative paragraph requires you to develop an argument or point of view about a cultural or historical topic. This argument must be supported by concrete evidence, including reasons, examples, and information from different sources, including the source given by the teachers. 

Labelling

Complete the structure of the argumentative paragraph with the correct options (drag and drop)

Drag labels to their correct position on the image

Topic Sentence

Supporting idea 2

Contextualization

Alternative view (Concession)

Multiple Choice

Which are the main aspects of a good Topic Sentence in an argumentative paragraph?

•  It states the Topic and the controlling ideas which limit the focus to two or three ideas. 

•  It states the Topic and the writer's position (stance) towards the topic. 

• It states the Topic, the writer's position (stance) towards the topic and the specific points (controlling ideas) that will be discussed in the paragraph.

Multiple Choice

What is the role of the concession in an argumentative paragraph?

• To introduce a perspective that supports the main argument but uses different evidence or sources.

• To introduce a perspective that addresses an opposing viewpoint on the same topic, thereby strengthening your argument that is stated afterwards in the Topic Sentence.

• To introduce a perspective that addresses an opposing viewpoint after your main argument is established in the Topic Sentence. 

Multiple Choice

What does source analysis imply in the context of writing an argumentative paragraph?

• Describing the visual or textual source to contextualize a particular event or development. 

• Summarizing the information provided in the source to provide a general overview.

• Explaining and evaluating the source's content, purpose, and relevance to understand how it can support or challenge your argument.