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8th Argument Essay Concepts and Vocabulary

Authored by Kelsey Klingenfus

English

9th - 12th Grade

CCSS covered

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8th Argument Essay Concepts and Vocabulary
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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main purpose of an argumentative essay?

To entertain the reader

To inform the reader

To persuade the reader

To describe a personal experience

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is NOT a key element of a strong argument?

Relevant evidence

Emotional appeals

Counterarguments

Clear reasoning

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.11-12.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of a counterargument in an argumentative essay?

To confuse the reader

To acknowledge opposing viewpoints

To support the main argument

To provide background information

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which transition word would best introduce a counterargument in an essay?

Consequently

 However

In conclusion

For example

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What should a writer do after presenting a counterargument in an essay?

Ignore it

Discredit it

Acknowledge it

Repeat it

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of a thesis statement in an argumentative essay?

To summarize the essay

To introduce the main argument

To provide background information

To conclude the essay

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is an example of a credible source for an argumentative essay?

A personal blog

A peer-reviewed journal article

A social media post

An anonymous online forum

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