Features of an Argumentative Essay

viewpoint or set of reasons in opposition to an argument or thesis

• Counter Arguement

• Call to Action

• Evidence

• Mood/Tone

when you address and challenge a claim by disapproving it

• Detail

• Rebuttal

• Counter Argument

• Key idea

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it is a type of essay that appeals to logic and sound reasoning.

• Persuasive

• Informative

• Narrative

• Argumentative

All except one is a part of an argumentative essay.

• theme

• claim

• counter-claim

• rebuttal

Reasons and evidences of an argumentative essay are found in the:

• Introduction

• Body

• Conclusion

An argumentative essay presents and defends or refutes an issue.

• True

• False

The thesis statement of an argumentative essay is found in:

• introduction

• body

• conclusion

What type of essay should you write if you want to present extended, evidence-based argument?

• Descriptive Essay

• Narrative Essay

• Argumentative Essay

• Expository Essay

Which part of an argumentative essay introduces the main argument and sets the stage for the reader?

• Introduction

• Body

• Conclusion

• Rebuttal

What is the purpose of a counter-argument in an argumentative essay?

• To support the main argument

• To present opposing viewpoints

• To summarize the essay

• To introduce new evidence