Understanding Argumentative Writing

What is the primary focus of argumentative writing?

• To entertain the reader

• To discuss or debate an issue

• To win an argument

• To present a narrative

How can an issue in argumentative writing often be presented?

• As a story

• As a command

• As a question

• As a statement

What is essential to support a claim in argumentative writing?

• Personal opinions

• Lengthy descriptions

• Emotional appeals

• Reasons and evidence

Which of the following is NOT a type of evidence mentioned?

• Anecdotes

• Expert opinions

• Facts

• Fictional stories

What is a counter-argument?

• An unrelated argument

• An argument against the counterclaim

• An argument that supports the main claim

• An argument that repeats the main claim