Argumentative Writing Skills Flashcards

1

What is the role of a conclusion?

State thesis
Provide evidence
Introduce topic
Summarize points

2

Which is an example of evidence?

Thesis statement
Conclusion
Statistics
Personal opinion

3

Which is a credible source?

Peer-reviewed journal
Social media
Blog post
Personal opinion

4

Which is a strong thesis statement?

Books are fun
Pollution harms health
I like pizza
Dogs are cute

5

Which is a weak argument?

Based on facts
Clear thesis
Lacks evidence
Logical reasoning

6

What is the purpose of an outline?

Organize ideas
State thesis
Write conclusion
Provide evidence

7

Which is a persuasive technique?

Ignoring evidence
Unclear argument
Weak thesis
Emotional appeal

8

A conclusion should restate the thesis

True
False

9

What should a topic sentence do?

Introduce paragraph
Restate thesis
Provide evidence
Conclude essay

10

What should each body paragraph include?

Evidence
Conclusion
Thesis
Title

11

Which part introduces the main argument?

Conclusion
Body
Title
Introduction

12

Which is a logical fallacy?

Ad hominem
Clear thesis
Valid argument
Strong evidence

13

What is a rebuttal?

Counterargument response
Conclusion
Thesis statement
Supporting argument

14

Counterarguments strengthen your essay

True
False

15

Which is a transition word?

Thesis
However
Evidence
Conclusion

16

What is a claim?

Conclusion
Main argument
Hook
Supporting detail

17

An argumentative essay must have a thesis statement

False
True

18

What is the purpose of a hook?

Summarize essay
Grab attention
Conclude argument
Provide evidence

19

How should you address counterarguments?

Mock them
Ignore them
Avoid them
Acknowledge them

Argumentative Writing Skills

Questions 19

Argumentative Writing Skills

Questions 19