Crafting Strong Supporting Claims in Argumentative Essays

The video tutorial emphasizes the importance of using credible sources to support claims, especially in academic writing. It highlights the need to evaluate internet sources carefully due to the potential for misinformation. The tutorial also provides strategies for strengthening arguments by addressing counterarguments and offers writing tips, such as avoiding personal pronouns and maintaining a pleasant tone.

What is an example of a credible source?

• A personal blog

• A scientific study

• A random online forum

• An anonymous social media post

Why is it important to use credible sources in an argument?

• To impress the teacher

• To support the claim with reliable evidence

• To confuse the opposition

• To make the essay longer

Why should internet sources be carefully evaluated?

• They are less detailed than books

• Anyone can publish online without review

• Online information is outdated

• They are always unreliable

Why is Wikipedia considered an unreliable source?

• It contains too much information

• It is not detailed

• It is too reliable

• Anyone can edit its content

What should you check when evaluating an online source?

• The popularity of the content

• The age of the website

• The author and origin of the content

• The color scheme of the website

What is a strategy to strengthen an argument in an essay?

• Use personal anecdotes

• Only present one side of the argument

• Refute counter-arguments with evidence

• Ignore counter-arguments

How can winter be argued as a better season than summer?

• People enjoy snow days

• Snow can be a driving hazard

• Winter has more holidays

• Summer has longer days

What is a valid reason to prefer summer over winter?

• Winter roads are safer

• Winter has shorter days

• Summer has more rain

• Summer provides safer driving conditions

What should be avoided in the writing style of a persuasive essay?

• Addressing counter-arguments

• Being polite

• Using strong evidence

• Using first-person pronouns

How can maintaining a pleasant tone in an essay help?

• It confuses the reader

• It makes the essay longer

• It helps persuade the audience

• It weakens the argument