WorksheetsWriting an Essay Including the Correct Parts of an Essay Comparing Texts
Total questions: 22
Worksheet time: 22mins
A writer's position on a problem or an issue (can also be identified as the thesis) is...
claim
rebuttal
evidence
paragraph
To support a claim, a writer should provide
argue
reasons
evidence
call to action
True or False: An argument is a position supported by reasons and evidence.
True
False
Which persuasive technique uses strong feelings rather than facts to persuade?
loaded language
testimonial
bandwagon appeal
appeal to emotion
A counterargument is...
argument made to address points an opponent with an opposing view may raise
false or misleading statements which cause the argument to weaken
a broad statement about people on the basis of gender, ethnicity, race, or political, social, professional, or religious group
Choose the correct structure of an argument essay.
Hook, claim, reasons, evidence, counterargument
Claim, hook, evidence, reasons, counterargument
counterargument, hook, claim, evidence, reasons
Explanation, hook, claim, counterargument, evidence, reasons
True or False: One of the main purposes of an introduction paragraph is to capture the reader’s attention, making him/her want to read the essay.
True
False
True or False: You should begin the introduction paragraph with broad (large) statements and end with specifics.
True
False
Where is the thesis statement usually located in an Argument Essay?
The last sentence of the conclusion
The last sentence of the introduction
The first sentence of the introduction
The first sentence of the conclusion
Your thesis SHOULD use first (me/my/I) and second (you/your) person pronouns.
True
False
Which one is NOT a type of Attention Getter/Hook?
The purpose of your essay
An anecdote
A quotation
Statistics or Interesting facts
Which one of these is the strongest example of a claim?
Sunnyvale is in California
Scientists often test cosmetic products on animals
Schools should not give homework because it is harmful
Water bottles can be made out of plastic
What is a rebuttal?
The anticipation of your reader’s objections
It encourages your reader to do something about your cause
Your stance on a topic
Opposing argument against the counter argument
What is an appeal to emotions called?
Pathos
Ethos
Logos
What is an appeal to logic called?
Pathos
Ethos
Logos
What is an appeal to ethics called?
Pathos
Ethos
Logos
Which appeal often uses an authority figure or credible person?
Pathos
Ethos
Logos
True or False: A thesis statement should be a general statement of fact.
True
False
Is this a poor or an effective thesis statement?: The cellphone is a great invention. It has changed society for the better.
Poor
Effective
Which appeal often uses statistical information?
Ethos
Pathos
Logos
Which appeal often plays on a readers or listeners imagination and hope?
Ethos
Pathos
Logos
Which one is NOT a method of persuasive writing?
Referencing authorities
Providing facts on a topic
Providing statistics or numbers
Using personal opinions
