Argument Essay Writing

What is the goal of argumentative writing?

• To entertain the readers

• To inform the readers

• To show the audience your claim is logically sound with valid evidence from unbiased research

• To describe a personal experience

What does the counterclaim in an argument essay do?

• It supports your claim with additional evidence.
  
  
  

• It weakens your own argument by presenting opposing viewpoints.

• It shows that you have considered all sides of the argument and provides a rebuttal.

• It concludes the essay and restates the thesis statement.

What should be included in the conclusion of an argumentative essay?

• A brief summary and an emotional appeal to your audience
  

• A list of references and sources used in the essay
  

• Personal anecdotes and stories to engage the reader

• A call-to-action or final thought to encourage further discussion or research

What type of information should be used as evidence in an argument essay?

• Personal opinions and beliefs - in argument writing, a formal approach is ineffective
  
  

• Biased and unreliable sources: social media, personal blogs, & youtube accounts

• Opinions of other people, creative fictional stories, data collected from friends and family only

• Factual information from reliable sources, research data from multiple verified sources, and expert opinions and testimonies

How should the evidence be connected to the claim in an argument essay?

• By providing clear and logical explanations that show the audience how the various evidentiary information collected via research enhances a specific side of the argument.

• By listing interesting data and facts without any explanations, the audience can figure it out on their own.

• It is not necessary to explain the connection between the evidence and the claim.

• By including a counterclaim that contradicts the evidence.

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

• To weaken your own argument by acknowledging opposing viewpoints.
  
  

• To show that you have deeply thought about the issue and considered all sides of the argument.

• To conclude the essay by restating the thesis statement.

• To support your claim with additional evidence.

Which part of an argumentative essay needs to provide closure and leave a clear understanding of the topic?

• Reasons

• Introduction

• Thesis Statement

• Conclusion

Which part of an argument essay involves using factual information, research data, and expert opinions?

• Counterclaim

• Claim

• Evidence

• Reasons

What should the conclusion of an argumentative essay reinforce?

•  The validity of your argument
  
  
  

• The counterclaim and opposing viewpoints

• The fictional elements included in the essay

• The introduction of new claims and ideas

Which part of an argument essay needs to provide closure and leave a lasting impression?

• Thesis Statement

• Reasons

• Counterclaim

• Conclusion