Copy of How to Write an Argumentative Essay with Example

How many paragraphs do most argumentative essays have?

What is a hook?

• An attention-grabbing statement about the topic.

• Something you go fishing with.

What is another word for the thesis statement in an argumentative essay?

What kind of information is found in the first two body paragraphs? Check all that apply.

• reasons

• evidence

• explanations

• thesis statement

Each body paragraph should begin with a transition word.

• True

• False

Which is NOT an example of credible evidence?

• Facts

• Statistics

• Quotes

• Opinions

Which are two ways to give credit to the author whose work is used? (Choose two answers.)

• Write a strong statement about the author

• Use in-text citations

• Use a reference list citation (works cited page)

• Indent sentences when author is mentioned

What is the counterargument?

Which of these is NOT true about the rebuttal?

• It is a reason to disprove the counterargument.

• It must be supported with credible evidence

• It must be phrased like the counterargument.

• It must have an explanation.

The concluding paragraph can include new evidence and reasons to support the writer's position.

• True

• False