Which of the following would be an effective topic sentence for a body paragraph?

Pollution is negatively affecting our world.

I'm going to now write about how pollution is negatively affecting our world.

Pollution's negative affects on the world.

Because pollution is negatively affecting our world.

We write persuasive essays to...

Persuade the audience to agree with our opinions

inform our audience with research about one topic.

... after a transitional phrase.

... after you introduce yourself.

Why is it important to include the counterargument in your essay?

it helps prove your claim by proving the opposite side of the argument is weak

You can show the reader that the other side is also right

Why is it important to use reasons and evidence to support your claims in an argumentative/ persuasive essay?

Saying your opinion without proving it forms a weak argument.

Using evidence to support your reasons is not necessary.

People will believe anything you say if you sound fancy.

What is a counterargument ?

The writer's position that they are trying to prove

Facts and statistics to support ideas

The main idea of your entire paper

What is the purpose of a Counterclaim/Opposing Claim

Introducing the other side of the argument and shutting it down with a rebuttal to strengthen your argument.

Introducing the other side of the argument and deciding you agree with that side instead.

Introducing both sides of the argument in your thesis.

Deciding you oppose essays completely and you decide to skip the assignment.

Each body paragraph begins with a

Point that supports your thesis

Point that is loosely connected to the topic

Which of the following sentences uses the word "meanwhile" correctly?

The mayor supported building a new swimming pool. Meanwhile, the town's citizens opposed the plan.

I quickly ran to the store for more napkins. Meanwhile, "I'll be back!" I shouted, to my unconcerned guests as I hurried out the door.

I met my grandfather at the station. Meanwhile, I had really missed him.

My cousin often sleepwalks. Meanwhile, she thinks it is because of her realistic dreams.

Finish the last sentence. Bees are an important part of our ecosystem and are truly invaluable. In sum,

we should work to protect bees.

I have more questions about bees.

let me tell you more about bees.

let's continue exploring how bees buzz.

Sentences in a paragraph should:

Build logically from one idea to the next

only exist to prove the topic sentence true

use phrases to transition from one thought to the next

follow a random train of thought

Select the sentence that does not help develop support for the topic sentence: Cats are better housemates than dogs. In a household, it is important for all members to take part in being responsible for themselves. Dogs love being bathed and playing with their owners. One way cats show their understanding of this responsibility is that they clean themselves daily. Although dogs love being bathed, they do not know how to bathe themselves.

Dogs love being bathed and playing with their owners.

In a household, it is important for all members to take part in being responsible for themselves.

One way cats show their understanding of this responsibility is that they clean themselves daily.

Although dogs love being bathed, they do not know how to bathe themselves.

What should you include in your paragraph before introducing any direct quotes or paraphrasing of the text?

My own thoughts about the text (without saying "I" or "In my opinion")

my opinion on whether or not I like the prompt

Writing Persuasive Essays

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English

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6th - 9th Grade

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Practice Problem

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CCSS

RI.6.8, W.6.1A, RI.7.2

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Student E had to write a persuasive essay about the effects of television on young kids. Which of the following is an example of a claim the student might make to support their argument?

Some television shows may have a negative effect on young children.

“Yu-Gi-Oh!” is the best show on television.

Television shows should be more educational for adults.

I enjoy watching television after school.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.W.6.1A

CCSS.W.6.1B

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

45 sec • 1 pt

A Claim is...

A statement that is said to be true but is actually false

A quote that someone says

A statement of opinion that needs to be proven in order to show that it is true

A statement that is a fact

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.8

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

The first sentence of your persuasive essay should be your THESIS.

TRUE

FALSE

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.8.8

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Writers are most convincing when they do not consider any alternative points of view.

TRUE

FALSE

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

2 mins • 1 pt

Which of the following sentence starter is best for developing a counterargument?

While people from the Capitol may believe____________, the citizens living in the districts __________.

Also, people in the Capitol believe _________.

Because the people in the Capitol are _____________, they believe __________.

If the people in the capitol believe ___________, this will hurt __________.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.W.6.1C

CCSS.W.6.2C

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is not a HOOK for an introduction paragraph?

Public education is no longer a priority in this country.

As it stands, only 2% of tax dollars go to schools.

Clearly, we need to find a way to increase the education budget to benefit both schools and students.

Why is it our best schools in town have the worst technological advancements?

Tags

CCSS.W.6.2A

7.

MULTIPLE SELECT QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Select all elements of a body paragraph:

Topic Sentence

Transitions

Supporting Details

My own commentary and interpretation of the text

none of these

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

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Writing Persuasive Essays

34 questions

Student E had to write a persuasive essay about the effects of television on young kids. Which of the following is an example of a claim the student might make to support their argument?

A Claim is...

The first sentence of your persuasive essay should be your THESIS.

Writers are most convincing when they do not consider any alternative points of view.

Which of the following sentence starter is best for developing a counterargument?

Which of the following is not a HOOK for an introduction paragraph?

Select all elements of a body paragraph:

Which of the following would be an effective topic sentence for a body paragraph?

The first body paragraph in a persuasive essay should be about which REASON listed in the thesis?

We write persuasive essays to...

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