Argumentative Introduction

The introduction to an argumentative essay should have ________________ parts.

• two

• three

• four

• many

What is the purpose of a hook in an argumentative essay?

• To persuade the reader of your argument

• To educate the reader about your thesis statement

• To distract the reader from your stand

• To grab the attention of your reader

A thesis statement consists of a stand and _______________

• quote

• choice

• reasons

• denial

Which does not belong in an introduction?

• Hook

• Thesis

• Counterargument

• Transition

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

• Hook

• Background information

• Claim

• Evidence

You should write about your opinion and supporting reasons in your introduction.

• True

• False

What goes in your introduction

• claim

• evidence

• conclusion

How do we know what hook to use, what content to use as transition, and how to write a strong and proper stand?

• Unpack the essay question

• craft a thesis statement with arguments/reasons and stand

• plan your writing

• All of the above

What is the purpose of an introduction of an argumentative essay?

• Begin the essay and introduce the claim

• Begin the essay and explain the reasons

• Begin the body paragraphs of the essay and introduce the claim

• Begin the essay and start the first body paragraph

What is usually the first sentence of an argumentative essay introduction?

• Thesis Statement

• Main Idea

• Hook

• Arch