Mastering Argumentative Essays

Question 1

What is the importance of a strong introduction?

Accepted Answer

Sets the tone

Question 2

How should you address counterarguments?

Accepted Answer

Refute them

Question 3

What are some transition phrases for text evidence?

Accepted Answer

According to the text, The author says,

Question 4

Where do you get the claim/thesis statement in your introduction?

Accepted Answer

Restate the prompt

Question 5

Transitions for counterclaims

Accepted Answer

Conversely, Inspite of this, Nevertheless, On one hand or the other hand

Question 6

What is the role of evidence in an essay?

Accepted Answer

To support claims

Question 7

True or false: An argumentative essay has no structure.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 8

What is the main purpose of an argumentative essay?

Accepted Answer

To persuade readers

Question 9

True or false: Personal opinions are not allowed in argumentative essays.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 10

Which part is crucial in an argumentative essay?

Accepted Answer

Thesis statement

Question 11

What is a good transition word to use when adding text evidence to your essay?

Accepted Answer

In paragraph/line ___,, For example,

Question 12

What is a hook in an essay?

Accepted Answer

Attention grabber

Question 13

What should you avoid in an argumentative essay?

Accepted Answer

Logical fallacies

Question 14

What is one of the two steps for adding text evidence?

Accepted Answer

Smoothly integrate the text evidence into your essay., Look closely at the text to find information that supports your writing.

Question 15

What is a counterargument?

Accepted Answer

Opposing viewpoint

Question 16

What should you include in the conclusion?

Accepted Answer

Summary of points

Question 17

Which is a strong thesis statement?

Accepted Answer

Cats are better than dogs.

Question 18

Which is a good way to organize an essay?

Accepted Answer

Point-by-point

Question 19

What tone should an argumentative essay have?

Accepted Answer

Formal and respectful

Question 20

What should you do before submitting an essay?

Accepted Answer

Proofread it

Question 21

Which is a common mistake in essays?

Accepted Answer

Lack of evidence

Question 22

Which transition words work best for counterclaims and rebuttals?

Accepted Answer

But, However, On the other hand, So, Although

Question 23

Which is a good way to start an essay?

Accepted Answer

With a quote

Mastering Argumentative Essays

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Mastering Argumentative Essays

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