Argumentative Writing

What is a claim in argumentative writing?

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

• 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.

Which of the following is an example of a claim? a) The Earth is round. b) Apples are delicious. c) Dogs are better than cats. d) All of the above.

• b) Bananas are delicious.

• a) The Earth is flat.

• d) All of the above.

• c) Cats are better than dogs.

True or False: A claim should be supported by evidence.

• A claim does not need evidence.

• Evidence is not necessary to support a claim.

• Claims are always true without evidence.

• A claim should be supported by evidence.

What is a thesis statement in argumentative writing?

• A thesis statement in argumentative writing is a clear and concise sentence that presents the main argument or claim of the essay.

• A thesis statement in argumentative writing is a summary of the essay's conclusion.

• A thesis statement in argumentative writing is a statement of fact.

• A thesis statement in argumentative writing is a question that the essay seeks to answer.

Which of the following is a good example of a thesis statement? a) I like pizza. b) Recycling is important for the environment. c) The color blue is calming. d) All of the above.

• b

• d. All of the above.

• c. The color blue is calming.

• a. I like pizza.

True or False: A thesis statement should be debatable.

• False

• A thesis statement is not necessary

• A thesis statement should be a question

• True

What is the purpose of a claim in argumentative writing?

• To provide evidence and support for the writer's position.

• To summarize the main points of the argument.

• To present counterarguments and opposing viewpoints.

• To express the writer's position or opinion on a specific topic or issue.

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a strong claim? a) Specific b) Supported by evidence c) Clear and concise d) Subjective

• a

• d

• b

• c

What is the purpose of a thesis statement in argumentative writing?

• To introduce the opposing viewpoints in the essay.

• To provide evidence and examples to support the main argument.

• To clearly state the main argument or claim of the essay and provide a roadmap for the reader to follow.

• To summarize the main points of the essay.

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a strong thesis statement? a) Clear and focused b) Supported by evidence c) Broad and general d) Debatable

• d) Debatable.

• b) Supported by evidence

• c) Broad and general

• a) Clear and focused