Argumentative Introduction

What is the fourth step of an Argumentative Introduction? (After the Transition)

• Hook

• Opposing Argument

• Title

• Background Info

What is the fifth step of an Argumentative Introduction? (After the Background)

• Opposing Argument

• Title

• Transition

• Thesis

What is the last step of an Argumentative Introduction? (After the Opposing Argument)

• Title

• Transition

• Hook

• Thesis Statement

Where do you write background sentences?

• In one of the body paragraphs

• In the introductory paragraph

• In the conclusion

Do you use these phrases in your writing?

• Yes

• No

What comes in an Introductory paragraph?

• First, I write a hook. Then, I write 2 background sentences about the same topic. Next, I wll include a counter-argument and a rebuttal, Finally, I will write the thesis statement (all three parts) with the summary/support ideas (three ideas).

• Copy the prompt and make it as a question to start and then write the thesis statement.

______comes first in an introductory paragraph.

What comes at the end of an introductory paragraph, has three parts to it alongside supports/ideas and is also a sentence?

• thesis/claim/opinion/position

• counterargument

What is the primary purpose of an argumentative introduction?

• To present the main argument

• To provide background information

• To summarize the essay

• To introduce the author

Which of the following is typically included in an argumentative introduction?

• A detailed analysis of the topic

• A summary of the main points

• A hook to engage readers

• A conclusion