Argument Analysis Concepts and Techniques

This video tutorial focuses on improving argument analysis skills, particularly for exams. It covers the structure of essays, emphasizing the importance of body paragraphs and the How-What-Why structure. The tutorial introduces an extended Who-What-When-Where-Why-How structure for deeper analysis and provides guidance on analyzing images and writing conclusions. The aim is to help students optimize their marks by understanding what assessors look for in argument analysis.

What is the significance of argument analysis in exams?

• It is the most challenging section for students.

• It is not included in the final exam.

• It has the highest answer rate but lowest average score.

• It is the easiest section to score high marks.

What will the main focus of the video be?

• How to structure a conclusion.

• How to write a better argument analysis.

• How to write a better introduction.

• How to improve grammar in essays.

What is the recommended time to spend on writing an introduction?

• Ten to fifteen minutes.

• One to two minutes.

• Five to seven minutes.

• Fifteen to twenty minutes.

Is it necessary to have body paragraphs in argument analysis?

• Only if the introduction is weak.

• No, it is not strictly necessary.

• Only if the topic is complex.

• Yes, it is mandatory.

What is the optimal number of paragraphs suggested for argument analysis?

• Two paragraphs.

• Three paragraphs.

• Four paragraphs.

• Five paragraphs.

What elements should a topic sentence contain?

• Audience, argument type, and purpose.

• Introduction, body, and conclusion.

• Thesis, evidence, and analysis.

• Question, answer, and explanation.

What is the How-What-Why structure used for?

• To analyze evidence and explanation.

• To structure the conclusion.

• To organize the introduction.

• To create a thesis statement.

What is the purpose of the How-What-Why structure?

• To provide a specific analysis framework.

• To make the essay longer.

• To reduce the number of paragraphs.

• To simplify the writing process.

What additional elements are added in the Who-What-When-Where-Why-How structure?

• Introduction, body, and conclusion.

• Why, how, and what.

• Thesis, evidence, and analysis.

• Who, when, and where.

How should you refer to the audience in argument analysis?

• As readers.

• As logical readers.

• As sympathetic audiences.

• As general audiences.