Argumentative Writing

What is a claim in argumentative writing?

• A claim is a conclusion in argumentative writing.

• A claim is a statement or assertion in argumentative writing.

• A claim is a piece of evidence in argumentative writing.

• A claim is a question in argumentative writing.

What is a counterclaim in argumentative writing?

• A counterclaim is a claim made by the opposing side in an argument.

• A counterclaim is a claim made after the argument has been concluded.

• A counterclaim is a claim made by a neutral party in an argument.

• A counterclaim is a claim made by the same side in an argument.

Why is it important to address counterclaims in argumentative writing?

• To confuse the reader and make the argument more complex.

• To strengthen the writer's argument and show consideration for different perspectives.

• To ignore opposing viewpoints and strengthen the writer's bias.

• To waste time and space in the writing process.

What is evidence in argumentative writing?

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

• Personal anecdotes

• Biased opinions

• Emotional appeals

What is an example of argumentative writing?

• A narrative story

• A scientific research paper

• A persuasive essay

• A poem

How does evidence support a claim in argumentative writing?

• Evidence provides personal anecdotes that validate the claim and make it more convincing.

• Evidence provides emotional appeals that validate the claim and make it more convincing.

• Evidence provides factual information, examples, statistics, or expert opinions that validate the claim and make it more convincing.

• Evidence provides irrelevant information that validate the claim and make it more convincing.

What is the purpose of an introduction in argumentative writing?

• To conclude the essay.

• To provide evidence and examples.

• To provide background information and present the main argument.

• To summarize the opposing viewpoints.

What is the purpose of a conclusion in argumentative writing?

• The purpose of a conclusion in argumentative writing is to repeat the main points without providing any new information.

• The purpose of a conclusion in argumentative writing is to confuse the reader and leave them with unanswered questions.

• The purpose of a conclusion in argumentative writing is to summarize the main points and restate the thesis statement, providing a sense of closure to the reader.

• The purpose of a conclusion in argumentative writing is to introduce new evidence and arguments.

What are some effective strategies for writing an introduction in argumentative writing?

• Using vague language, providing irrelevant information, and not addressing the opposing viewpoint.

• Starting with a long and detailed explanation, using complex vocabulary, and avoiding a clear thesis statement.

• Including personal anecdotes, using rhetorical questions, and providing statistics.

• Providing background information, stating the thesis, presenting a hook, and outlining the main points.

What are some effective strategies for writing a conclusion in argumentative writing?

• Summarizing the main points, restating the thesis statement, providing a call to action or solution, and leaving a lasting impression on the reader.

• Skipping the summary of main points, not restating the thesis statement, avoiding any call to action or solution, and leaving no impression on the reader.

• Ignoring the main points, contradicting the thesis statement, providing no solution or call to action, and leaving the reader unimpressed.

• Including irrelevant information, repeating the introduction, using vague language, and leaving the reader confused.