Argumentative Text Genre Elements

What is the purpose of argumentative text genre?

• To entertain the reader.

• To summarize a topic.

• To provide factual information.

• To present a viewpoint and persuade the reader.

What are the main elements of argumentative text genre?

• facts, examples, conclusion

• opinion, anecdotes, conclusion

• clear thesis statement, supporting evidence, counterarguments, and a conclusion

• introduction, body paragraphs, conclusion

What is a claim in argumentative writing?

• A claim in argumentative writing is a statement or proposition that a writer intends to disprove.

• A claim in argumentative writing is a statement or proposition that a writer does not support or prove.

• A claim in argumentative writing is a statement or proposition that a writer is unsure about.

• A claim in argumentative writing is a statement or proposition that a writer intends to support or prove.

What is evidence in argumentative writing?

• Anecdotes that support a claim or thesis statement.

• Personal opinions that support a claim or thesis statement.

• Emotional appeals that support a claim or thesis statement.

• Facts, examples, statistics, or expert opinions that support a claim or thesis statement.

What is counterargument in argumentative writing?

• A supporting viewpoint or argument that strengthens the main argument or thesis statement.

• An opposing viewpoint or argument that challenges the main argument or thesis statement.

• A statement that is unrelated to the main argument or thesis statement.

• A summary of the main argument or thesis statement.

What is the role of logical reasoning in argumentative writing?

• Logical reasoning helps support and strengthen arguments in argumentative writing.

• Logical reasoning is only used in persuasive writing, not argumentative writing.

• Logical reasoning weakens arguments in argumentative writing.

• Logical reasoning is not necessary in argumentative writing.

What is the importance of supporting details in argumentative writing?

• Supporting details in argumentative writing are important because they provide evidence and examples to strengthen the writer's claims and persuade the reader.

• Supporting details in argumentative writing are only important for personal opinions and not for persuading others.

• Supporting details in argumentative writing are only important for academic purposes.

• Supporting details in argumentative writing are not important because they can confuse the reader.

What is the purpose of a conclusion in argumentative writing?

• To summarize the main points and restate the thesis statement

• To present personal opinions and anecdotes.

• To introduce new evidence and counterarguments.

• To provide background information on the topic.

How can you effectively refute opposing viewpoints in argumentative writing?

• By dismissing the opposing arguments without providing any evidence or counterarguments.

• By thoroughly researching and understanding the opposing arguments, identifying weaknesses or flaws, providing evidence or counterarguments, and addressing potential counterarguments or objections.

• By using personal attacks and insults to discredit the opposing arguments.

• By ignoring the opposing arguments and focusing solely on your own viewpoint.