Understanding Argumentative Writing

What is the purpose of the introduction in an argumentative essay?

• To provide background information, establish the context, and present the thesis statement.

• To summarize the main points of the essay

• To entertain the reader with a personal anecdote

• To provide a list of sources used in the essay

What are some effective ways to grab the reader's attention in the introduction of an argumentative essay?

• Using a compelling hook or opening statement, providing relevant background information, and clearly stating the main argument or thesis.

• Using a boring and uninteresting opening statement

• Stating the main argument vaguely

• Using irrelevant information and anecdotes

Explain the difference between a claim and a counterclaim in an argumentative essay.

• A claim is the main argument of the essay, while a counterclaim is the opposing argument that the writer acknowledges and refutes.

• A claim is the evidence that supports the writer's argument, while a counterclaim is the conclusion of the essay.

• A claim and a counterclaim are the same thing, just worded differently.

• A claim is a type of counterargument, while a counterclaim is the writer's main argument.

Why is it important to provide evidence to support your claims in an argumentative essay?

• To confuse the reader with unnecessary information

• To make the essay longer and meet the word count requirement

• To strengthen the argument and convince the reader of the validity of the claims.

• To show off the writer's knowledge without any real purpose

What is the role of a rebuttal in an argumentative essay?

• To address and counter opposing viewpoints or arguments.

• To introduce new unrelated arguments

• To agree with all opposing viewpoints

• To ignore opposing viewpoints

How can you effectively address opposing viewpoints in an argumentative essay?

• Ignore, dismiss, insult

• Acknowledge, provide evidence, refute

• Argue, belittle, mock

• Agree, ignore, avoid

What are some strategies for concluding an argumentative essay?

• Repeating the same information from the body of the essay

• Summarizing the main points, restating the thesis, and leaving the reader with a thought-provoking statement.

• Leaving the conclusion open-ended

• Introducing new evidence at the end

Explain the importance of using transition words and phrases in an argumentative essay.

• Transition words and phrases are only important in narrative essays, not argumentative essays.

• Transition words and phrases make the essay more confusing and difficult to follow.

• Transition words and phrases improve the flow and coherence of the essay.

• Using transition words and phrases is irrelevant in an argumentative essay.

What is the purpose of a call to action in the conclusion of an argumentative essay?

• To introduce new evidence that supports the argument

• To summarize the main points of the essay

• To prompt the reader to take a specific action or to think about the topic in a new way.

• To provide a personal anecdote unrelated to the topic

Why is it important to revise and edit your argumentative essay before submitting it?

• To confuse the reader

• To waste time

• To improve the clarity, coherence, and overall effectiveness of your arguments.

• To make the essay longer