Mastering Argumentative Paragraphs

Which of the following best defines a thesis statement in an argumentative essay?

• A list of sources used in the essay

• The main claim or central idea the writer will argue

• A summary of the essay’s conclusion

• An unrelated anecdote

What is the denotative meaning of the word "home"?

• A place where you feel safe

• A building where people live

• A place full of memories

• A feeling of comfort

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Which of the following is a characteristic of argumentative writing?

• Telling a fictional story

• Presenting a claim and supporting it with evidence

• Listing unrelated facts

• Describing a setting in detail

What does it mean to paraphrase a text?

• Copy the text word for word

• Restate the text in your own words

• Write a poem about the text

• Ignore the text

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Which of the following is an example of a simple organizational pattern in writing?

• Chronological order

• Using only dialogue

• Random order

• Listing without structure

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Which sentence best shows the connotative meaning of the word "snake"?

• The snake slithered across the path.

• He’s such a snake; you can’t trust him.

• The snake is a reptile.

• The snake shed its skin.

Which of the following is NOT a required element of an argumentative paragraph?

• A clear topic sentence

• Supporting evidence

• A personal anecdote unrelated to the topic

• A concluding sentence

What is the main purpose of a conclusion in an argumentative essay?

• To introduce new evidence

• To restate the thesis and summarize main points

• To list references

• To provide background information

Which of the following best describes summarizing a text?

• Writing the text in a different language

• Giving a brief statement of the main points

• Adding your own opinions to the text

• Ignoring the main ideas

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Which organizational pattern would best suit a compare-and-contrast essay?

• Problem and solution

• Chronological order

• Block or point-by-point structure

• Random listing