Mastering Argumentative Writing Skills

What is the main purpose of argumentative writing?

• To summarize existing research on a subject.

• To entertain the reader with a story.

• To persuade the reader to accept a particular viewpoint.

• To inform the reader about a topic.

Identify a key component of a strong thesis statement.

• Use of complex jargon and terminology

• Clarity of the main argument or claim

• Vagueness in the argument

• Lengthy explanations of the topic

Which punctuation mark is used to indicate a question?

• Question mark

• Period

• Comma

• Exclamation mark

Construct a complete sentence using the word 'because'.

• I stayed home because it was raining.

• They played games because it was fun.

• I went outside because it was sunny.

• She left early because she was tired.

What literary device is used when comparing two unlike things?

• Personification

• Metaphor

• Allegory

• Simile

How can you improve the clarity of your writing?

• Write in a stream-of-consciousness style

• Focus on length rather than clarity

• Use simple language, organize ideas logically, avoid jargon, revise for conciseness, and ensure clarity in sentences.

• Use complex vocabulary to impress readers

What is the sequence of events in a story called?

• Setting

• Theme

• Character Development

• Plot

Provide an example of a descriptive phrase.

• the sound of waves crashing on the shore

• the vibrant sunset painted the sky in hues of orange and pink

• the quick brown fox jumps over the lazy dog

• a tall building in the city

What is the role of evidence in an argumentative essay?

• Evidence is crucial for supporting claims and enhancing the credibility of arguments in an argumentative essay.

• Evidence should be avoided to maintain a personal opinion.

• Evidence is only necessary for the introduction of an essay.

• Evidence is irrelevant and distracts from the main argument.

How do transitions help in writing?

• Transitions improve clarity and coherence in writing.

• Transitions have no impact on the overall message.

• Transitions are only necessary in academic writing.

• Transitions make writing more complex.