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WorksheetsInformative and Argumentative Essay
Total questions: 25
Worksheet time: 25mins
Topic sentence 2. Supporting Details 3. Evidence 4. Explain 5. Elaborate 6. Closing Sentence
An Argumentative Essay
An Informative Essay
Both Argumentative and Informative Essays
How many paragraphs should you include in both an argumentative or an informative essay?
3
4
5
6
An informative essay is ______________.
an essay that offers evidence to support an opinion.
an essay that explains a certain topic.
an essay that convinces someone to do something.
an essay that entertains the reader with a story.
What does the C stand for in the RACEECS formula?
Copy the thesis
Care about the prompt
Cite textual evidence
Claim needs to be present
What is the difference between an argumentative essay and an informative essay?
They are the same.
An argumentative essay only presents one side of an issue and an informative discusses both.
An argumentative essay is only facts and explains a topic and an informative essay argues the side of an issue.
An argumentative essay argues the side of an issue and an informative essay is only facts and explains a topic.
What is the difference in the content of informative and argumentative writing?
One starts with a call to take action, the other a question
One starts with a hook while the other with a claim,
Argumentative writing addresses opposing claims.
Informational writing doesn't have a claim.
A written work that’s main goal is to persuade the reader through use of facts, evidence, and contains a specific claim.
Analogy
Direct Address
Argumentative Essay
Novel
How is an argumentative essay different from an informational essay?
body paragraph three has a counterclaim and rebuttal after the topic sentence
the counterclaim and rebuttal are presented in the introduction
body paragraph three is removed
the counterclaim and rebuttal are presented in the conclusion
An essay that informs or describes a topic in detail to the reader
Argumentative
Persuasive
Informative
Narrative
Write an informative essay about the effects wild animals and humans have on each other when they live in the same area. Use information from the passages in your essay.
Informative
Argumentative
Write an essay in which you take a position on whether or not animals should be displayed in zoos.
Informative
Argumentative
If you are asked to write an informative essay, what do you do?
Take a stance and support it with evidence
Write a story about the topic using E123CFR
Write a paragraph about your opinion on the topic
Write a detailed report about the topic without your opinion
Which of the following can be used as an attention grabber in your essay?
a quote
a question
an anecdote (short example/story) to illustrate the main idea of the essay
all of the above
Which is a good transition word for your second body paragraph?
In conclusion,
To begin,
Firstly,
In addition,
TRUE or FALSE? A counterclaim is used to show the opposing side of your argument.
True
False
Your counterclaim belongs in the ________________ .
first body paragraph
second body paragraph
introduction
concluding paragraph
In the conclusion of your informative essay, you should _____________.
rewrite your second paragraph
restate the thesis, the main points, and conclude your thoughts
restate your claim
ask the reader to rate your essay
The sentences in your essay should vary in ____________.
length
structure
both length and structure
TRUE or FALSE? You must never cite the sources that you use within your essay.
True
False
When citing evidence from the passage, it is important to include __________________.
an opinion
a question
a fact from another source you've read
a direct quote using quotation marks and parenthetical documentation
Which of the following is a key characteristic of an argumentative essay?
A) It presents a balanced view of a topic.
B) It aims to persuade the reader of a particular viewpoint.
C) It provides a detailed explanation of a topic.
D) It tells a story to entertain the reader.
What is the primary purpose of an informative essay?
A) To argue a point of view.
B) To inform or educate the reader about a specific topic.
C) To entertain the reader with a narrative.
D) To persuade the reader to take action.
In an argumentative essay, what is the role of the counterclaim?
A) To support the main argument.
B) To present an opposing viewpoint.
C) To provide background information.
D) To summarize the essay's main points.
Which sentence structure is most appropriate for an informative essay?
A) Complex sentences with multiple clauses.
B) Simple sentences with clear and concise information.
C) Sentences with rhetorical questions.
D) Sentences with emotional appeals.
What is a common feature of both informative and argumentative essays?
A) They both require a thesis statement.
B) They both use fictional stories.
C) They both aim to entertain the reader.
D) They both avoid using evidence.
