Argumentative Writing

What is a claim in argumentative writing?

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

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

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

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

How should an argument be structured in argumentative writing?

• An argument in argumentative writing should be structured with a biased viewpoint and unsupported claims.

• An argument in argumentative writing should be structured with random facts and statistics.

• An argument in argumentative writing should be structured with a clear thesis statement, supporting evidence, and a logical progression of ideas.

• An argument in argumentative writing should be structured with emotional appeals and personal anecdotes.

What is a hook in argumentative writing?

• A hook is a term used to describe a weak argument in writing.

• A hook is a type of fishing tool used in argumentative writing.

• A hook is a sentence or phrase that summarizes the main argument in writing.

• A hook is a sentence or phrase that grabs the reader's attention.

What is a thesis statement in argumentative writing?

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

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

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

• A thesis statement in argumentative writing is a statement that supports the opposing argument.

What is the purpose of a claim in argumentative writing?

• To present the writer's position or viewpoint on a specific topic or issue.

• To summarize the main points of the argument

• To provide evidence supporting the writer's position

• To introduce counterarguments and opposing viewpoints

Why is it important to address counterclaims in argumentative writing?

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

• To waste time and space in the writing process.

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

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

What are the key components of structuring an argument in argumentative writing?

• introduction, thesis statement, supporting evidence, conclusion, and analysis

• introduction, thesis statement, supporting evidence, conclusion, and examples

• introduction, thesis statement, supporting evidence, counterarguments, and conclusion

• introduction, thesis statement, supporting evidence, conclusion, and rebuttal

How can a hook be effectively used in argumentative writing?

• By confusing the reader and making them lose interest in the topic.

• By providing irrelevant information that distracts the reader from the main argument.

• By using a hook that is unrelated to the topic and confuses the reader.

• By grabbing the reader's attention and making them interested in the topic.

What should a thesis statement accomplish in argumentative writing?

• A thesis statement should summarize the opposing arguments and provide counterarguments.

• A thesis statement should be vague and open-ended to allow for multiple interpretations.

• A thesis statement should be a question rather than a statement.

• A thesis statement should clearly state the writer's position or claim and provide a roadmap for the argument.