4.1 Review

Your paper should contain ______, explaining why your position is the correct one.

• no evidence
• analysis
• parenthasis

Tags

CCSS.L.6.2A

_________ are important for adding unity to your paper.

• Conclusions
• Vocabulary words
• Transitions

The argument depends upon

• strong claims backed by solid evidence
• strong claims backed by weak evidence
• Weak claims backed by weak evidence

Tags

CCSS.L.2.1E

CCSS.L.3.1A

CCSS.L.3.1G

_____ is NOT acceptable in an essay of argument

• formal language
• third person point of view
• slang

Tags

CCSS.L.1.1D

CCSS.L.3.1A

In writing the argument, your position is stronger by _______ counterclaims.

• acknowledging
• ignoring
• shaming

An argument is best supported through ________

• an equal balance of evidence and explanation
• so much evidence the reader becomes confused
• evidence, but no explanation

Tags

CCSS.L.3.1A

_______ should be discussed to show how it relates to your claims

• Opinions
• Evidence
• Thesis

Tags

CCSS.L.3.1A

In argumentative writing, what's the primary purpose of tailoring your language, structure, and tone to the specific task, audience, and purpose?

• To show off your knowledge by including as much information as possible.

• To impress the audience with advanced vocabulary and complex sentences.

• To engage the audience by using relatable language and examples.

• To confuse the audience by using ambiguous language and unclear arguments.

What is the most effective way to refute a counterclaim?

• To address it directly and provide evidence to refute it

• To acknowledge it briefly and then agree with it

• To ignore it completely

• To attack the person who made the counterclaim

What is a strong way to conclude an argumentative essay?

• To summarize your main points and restate your thesis statement

• To pose an interesting, thought-provoking question

• To make a call to action

• To do all of the above