Argument Essay

The counterargument is (a)   with evidence to convince the reader to support the writer’s initial claim.

• ignored

• refuted
• supported

• accepted

Fill in the blank: To begin a body paragraph, you should state a (a)   word or phrase. Options: A) conclusion B) transition C) evidence D) thesis.

• conclusion

• transition

• evidence

• thesis

Match the following with their functions:

• Provides clarity

• Counterargument

• Disputes the counterargument

• Explanation

• States the opposing view.

• Rebuttal

What is the purpose of the conclusion in an argument essay?

• Introduce new evidence

• Restate the thesis and summarize reasons

• Present unrelated information

• None of the above

In the conclusion, a strong statement about the topic is used to (a)   .

• confuse the reader

• introduce new ideas

• reinforce the argument

• none of the above

Which of the following is NOT a part of the conclusion?

• Transition word

• New evidence

• Restate thesis

• Strong statement

What is the role of the thesis in the conclusion?

• To introduce new ideas

• To restate the main argument

• To confuse the reader

• To present unrelated information

Fill in the blank: The thesis in the conclusion is used to (a)   the main argument.

• introduce

• restate

• confuse

• ignore

In a conclusion paragraph, you should restate your (a)   .

• Introduction

• Thesis

• Conclusion

• Topic sentence

In the 'Background Information' section, you should include: A) The main argument B) Supporting evidence C) Context and details about the topic D) A counterargument.

• The main argument

• Supporting evidence

• Context and details about the topic

• A counterargument