Understanding Essay Structure and Evidence

The video tutorial focuses on the critical skill of using evidence to support arguments in social studies writing. It begins by explaining the difference between evidence and argumentation, using a sample essay to illustrate these concepts. The tutorial highlights the importance of topic sentences and how to effectively integrate evidence into writing. It also provides strategies for connecting evidence to arguments and encourages viewers to review their work to ensure coherence and relevance.

What is considered one of the most important skills in social studies writing?

• Using complex vocabulary

• Avoiding citations

• Writing lengthy essays

• Using evidence to support arguments

How do evidence and argument differ in writing?

• Evidence is from the text, argument is from the author's reasoning

• Evidence is more important than argument

• Evidence is longer, argument is shorter

• Evidence is opinion-based, argument is fact-based

What is the focus of the sample essay discussed in the video?

• The introduction paragraph

• The second body paragraph

• The conclusion paragraph

• The first body paragraph

What is the purpose of a topic sentence in a body paragraph?

• To introduce the essay's conclusion

• To provide a list of references

• To tell the reader what the paragraph will discuss

• To summarize the entire essay

What color is used to underline level one evidence in the video?

• Green

• Blue

• Red

• Yellow

What does the first piece of evidence in the sample essay demonstrate?

• The value of human life and marriage

• The importance of wealth

• The significance of education

• The power of government

What is the second piece of evidence in the sample essay related to?

• The introduction of the essay

• The epilogue of Hammurabi's code

• The body of the essay

• The conclusion of the essay

What should you check after writing your first piece of evidence?

• If it has the most citations

• If it connects to the topic sentence

• If it is the longest part of the essay

• If it is written in passive voice

What is the consequence mentioned in law 195?

• A fine is imposed

• A son’s hands are cut off for striking his father

• A public apology is required

• A prison sentence is given

What is the final advice given in the video?

• Make sure evidence and argument connect to the topic sentence

• Avoid using any evidence

• Ensure your essay is the longest

• Use as many citations as possible