ARGUMENTATIVE ESSAY

An introduction should include:

• topic sentence, thesis statement and concluding sentence

• general statements and topic sentence

• topic sentence, thesis statement

• general statements and thesis statement

What are the three components of a body paragraph?

• topic sentence, supporting details and concluding sentence

• topic sentence, supporting details and thesis statement

• topic sentence, thesis statement and concluding sentence

• concluding sentence, topic sentence and building sentences

A topic sentence mostly presents

• topic and main idea

• topic and supporting points

• topic and reasons to write the essay

• main idea and explanation

What is counter-argument?

• Your position in an argument

• The opposing view of your claim

• The closing statement

• The counter where you claim something

Identify the counter-argument to this claim: Students should be able to eat snacks in class.

• Chewing gum raises test scores.

• Studies show eating during class keeps students focused.

• Teachers argue that food distracts students.

• Eating during school hours is important.

Identify the counter-argument to this argument: Students should be able to listen to music in class.

• Some believe that music is calming.

• Teachers can choose the music for the students.

• Music is essential for concentration.

• Some may argue that music distracts students.

Why do we include counter-argument in our essay?

• To expect the argument from the opposing side

• To show what you know and strengthen your argument

• To prevent bias

• All of the above

What is the underlined part? Detention teaches students that there are consequences to their actions. Some could claim that it just makes them more angry, but the anger is part of the consequence.

• argument

• counter-argument

• Evidence

• Thesis statement

How many main ideas are there in this thesis statement?

Although some people believe that students shoud not wear uniform, others claim that wearing uniform makes students more focused and disciplined.

• 3

• 2

• 1

• 0

Choose a specific thesis statement.

• Although some people believe that it is the responsibility of citizens to take care of the environment, others argue that the government should be responsible.

• Some people believe that the computers have more benefits than setbacks.

• Some people argue that ancient buildings should not be conserved for future generations, but others think that preserving them is vital for historical values and tourism.