09/10/2025 Argument Essay: Body Paragraphs

Multiple Choice

After a paragraph provides support and evidence for a claim in its topic sentence...

• next comes analysis of the evidence

• next comes the rest of the evidence along with the conclusion

• next comes more examples

• next comes the counterargument

Multiple Choice

What is the difference between a weak and a strong topic sentence based on the examples provided?

• A weak topic sentence is vague, while a strong one is specific.

• A weak topic sentence is longer than a strong one, and the longest answer must always be correct, right?

• A weak topic sentence does not have a clear connection to the thesis.

• A weak topic sentence is always incorrect.

Multiple Choice

What is a key strategy for integrating diverse pieces of evidence into a coherent argument in a research paper?

• Using only the most recent sources regardless of their relevance.

• Ignoring evidence that contradicts the thesis.

• Use the Quote Sandwich.

• Repeating the same evidence in different sections of the paper.

Multiple Choice

When paraphrasing a source, what is crucial to avoid plagiarism?

• Changing a few words in the sentence

• Citing the source

• Using quotation marks

• Nothing. Paraphrasing is never plagiarism.

Multiple Choice

What does the topic sentence suggest about superheroes' role modeling?

• They prioritize their own safety

• They protect innocent people

• They seek personal glory

• They avoid helping others

Multiple Select

Which of the following sentences are considered strong topic sentences?

• Superheroes fight bad guys.

• Kids like superheroes because they're cool.

• Superheroes serve as positive role models because they consistently demonstrate moral courage in difficult situations.

• Vigilante heroes teach children the importance of self-sacrifice by repeatedly putting others' needs before their own safety.

Poll

How confident do you feel about writing your body paragraphs now?

• Very confident
• Somewhat confident
• Not confident