Introductions to Argumentative Essays

The introduction must include:

• Hook, thesis, explanation

• Hook, issue, thesis

• Quote, story, facts

• Story, issue, reasons

The hook can be any of the following EXCEPT:

• Story

• Quote

• Interesting fact

• Question

Which would be a good thesis for "Should students be allowed to listen to music throughout the school day?"?

• Students should be allowed to listen to music throughout the school day.

• Yes, students should be allowed to listen to music.

• Listening to music helps students with their work.

• Students should be allowed to listen to music throughout the school day because it calms them, it helps them think, and puts them in a good mood.

Which would be a good Issue statement for the prompt: Should students be allowed to listen to music in school?

• Yes, students should be allowed to listen to music in school.

• Some people think students should be allowed to listen to music in school, but other people think there are times when students should have music off.

• Some people think students should be allowed to listen to music. It really helps them throughout the day. Studies have shown this.

• Music helps the brain organize information and recall that information better.

Which of the following would be a good hook for the prompt: Should students be allowed to listen to music?

• Studies have shown that music helps organize the brain and helps with recall.

• Wouldn't you like to listen to music during school?

• Students should be allowed to listen to music during school.

• Yes, music is a good way to help students study and relax which will help them throughout the school day.

What does HIT stand for?

• How, If, Then

• Hook, Issue, Thesis

• Hope, Insane, Threat

• Hook, Information, Thoughts

Which is the best thesis for the following: Should gum be banned in school?

• Gum should be banned in school because it causes cavities.

• Gum should not be banned in school because it helps students concentrate.

• Gum should be banned in school because it ends up everywhere and makes a mess.

• Gum should not be banned in school because it keeps students alert, it helps them concentrate, and it freshens the breath.

The issue statement contains all of the following EXCEPT:

• the reasons for the argument

• one side of the argument

• the other side of the argument

• information about the argument

The thesis needs to contain all of the following EXCEPT:

• The side your essay is arguing

• The 3 reasons why

• The story behind the argument

The hook is meant to do all the following EXCEPT:

• Grab the reader's attention

• Keep the reader interested

• Tell the reader what side of the issue your essay is arguing