Argumentative text structure_good

What is the purpose of an argumentative text?

• To provide a summary of the topic

• To avoid presenting any evidence

• To present a claim or viewpoint and provide evidence and reasoning to support that claim.

• To confuse the reader with irrelevant information

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CCSS.RI.9-10.6

CCSS.RI.9-10.8

How does an argumentative text differ from a narrative text?

• An argumentative text focuses on presenting a claim with evidence and reasoning to persuade, while a narrative text tells a story or recounts events.

• An argumentative text is always written in the first person, while a narrative text can be written in any point of view.

• An argumentative text focuses on presenting emotions and personal experiences, while a narrative text presents facts and evidence.

• An argumentative text is always fictional, while a narrative text is always based on real events.

Why is it important to include evidence in an argumentative text?

• Evidence adds credibility, supports claims, and persuades the audience.

• Evidence makes the text too long and boring.

• Arguments are stronger without any supporting evidence.

• Including evidence is a waste of time and resources.

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CCSS.RI.9-10.1

CCSS.RI.9-10.8

CCSS.W.9-10.1

CCSS.W.9-10.1B

What is a thesis statement and where is it usually found in an argumentative text?

• A thesis statement is usually found in the title of an argumentative text.

• A thesis statement is usually found at the beginning of the conclusion paragraph in an argumentative text.

• A thesis statement is usually found in the body paragraphs of an argumentative text.

• A thesis statement is usually found at the end of the introduction paragraph in an argumentative text.

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CCSS.RI.9-10.2

CCSS.W.9-10.1

CCSS.W.9-10.1A

Explain the role of counterarguments in an argumentative text.

• Counterarguments are unnecessary in argumentative texts.

• Counterarguments weaken the main argument by introducing irrelevant points.

• Counterarguments confuse the reader and should be avoided.

• Counterarguments provide a balanced view by addressing opposing viewpoints and strengthening the overall argument.

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CCSS.RI.9-10.8

CCSS.W.9-10.1

CCSS.W.9-10.1A

CCSS.W.9-10.1B

CCSS.W.9-10.1C

What is the difference between a claim and evidence in an argumentative text?

• A claim is optional, while evidence is mandatory.

• A claim is a statement or assertion made by the author to support their argument, while evidence is the factual information or data that backs up the claim.

• A claim is a fact, while evidence is an opinion.

• A claim is always true, while evidence can be false.

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CCSS.RI.9-10.8

CCSS.W.9-10.1

What is the significance of a strong conclusion in an argumentative text?

• It confuses the audience and weakens the writer's viewpoint.

• It is unnecessary and adds unnecessary length to the text.

• It distracts from the main argument and leads to a lack of clarity.

• It helps solidify the argument and persuade the audience to accept the writer's viewpoint.

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CCSS.W.9-10.1E

CCSS.W.9-10.2F

How can transitions help improve the flow of an argumentative text?

• By repeating the same arguments multiple times

• By confusing the reader with unrelated ideas

• By connecting ideas, guiding the reader, and showing relationships between arguments.

• By using complex and unfamiliar vocabulary

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CCSS.W.9-10.1C

CCSS.W.9-10.2C

How can the use of persuasive language enhance the effectiveness of an argumentative text?

• By appealing to emotions, providing compelling evidence, using rhetorical devices, and addressing counterarguments effectively.

• Providing weak evidence

• Ignoring counterarguments

• Using vague language

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CCSS.RI.9-10.6

CCSS.RI.9-10.8

CCSS.W.9-10.1

CCSS.W.9-10.1B

Which of these is NOT a part of an argumentative essay?

• Introduction

• Conclusion

• Body Paragraphs

• Setting