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Key components of argumentative writing. #argumentativewriting
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These words help the essay flow smoothly from one paragraph to another...
conjunctions
transitions
adjectives
commas
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What is a good transition for your conclusion?
Finally,
As you can see,
Lastly,
Last but not least,
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Be sure not to weaken your argument by including too much_____________ in your essay.
statistics
evidence
emotion
facts/examples
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How long should a well-written argumentative essay be?
3 paragraphs
a page
At least 5-6 paragraphs
2 paragraphs
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The correct format of an argumentative writing piece is:
Intro, reasons w/evidence &justification, counterclaim/rebuttal, conclusion
Intro,counterclaim/rebuttal,reasons w/evidence & justification, conclusion
intro,counterclaim/rebuttal, conclusion,reasons w/evidence justification
Reasons w/evidence & justification, intro,counterclaim/rebuttal, conclusion
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What is the purpose of an argumentative essay?
to describe a scene
to explain an idea
to give directions
to defend a position on a controversial issue
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The final paragraph of an argumentative essay should include:
Restating claim, background information, counterclaim, drop the mic
Restating claim, call to action, hook
Restating claim, connecting back to hook, call to action, drop the mic
Restating claim, counterclaim, rebuttal
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A _____________ is a question, statistic, quote, or other way to grab the reader's attention.
Counterclaim
Thesis
Claim
Hook
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A(n) ____________ is a response to the counterclaim that further validates your claim.
rebuttal
transition
counterclaim
evidence
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If you want your formal argument to be convincing, you must include a claim that is
clear and concise
long and complicated
uses "I think" or "I believe"
friendly and informal
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Which of the following is a way to begin your justification of evidence?
"This statistic proves that homework causes stress because most students.."
Anyone with common sense would know why this evidence is important."
"If you don't believe my opinion, then you are dumb."
"This evidence proves that I am right."
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Which of the following is a way to start your counterclaim?
Some may say,
In conclusion
However,
In addition,
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The introduction paragraph must have all of the following EXCEPT:
background information
A hook
claim
conclusion
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What is the first paragraph of an essay called?
Introduction
Conclusion
Counterclaim/Rebuttal
Body
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Which of the following defines the meaning of justification?
Giving evidence that supports your claim
Interviewing an expert
Explaining how your evidence is meaningful and relates to real life
Using statistics to support your reasons or claim
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A(n) __________ is the objection that you anticipate from your opponent.
counterclaim
rebuttal
evidence
reason
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Which part of your argument gives proof that your claim is valid?
evidence
reasons
opinion
hook
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Writing techniques that can make your essay coherent (easy to follow and understand) are:
All of the above
Presenting ideas in a logical order
Repeating key words and phrases to stay on topic
Dividing paragraphs clearly
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If there is no passage, your evidence in your body paragraphs should come from:
Information from the prompt
all of the above
Personal experiences
Logic
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In passage-based prompts, the evidence cited in your body paragraphs should come from:
your homework
the movies
textual evidence from passage and your own experiences
video games
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Elements of a formal tone include all of the following
except....
using correct grammar
avoiding contrations
using slang
maintaining a respectful, objective attitude
22
How many supporting reasons should you give in your argumentative essay?
2-4
10
1
0
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Which of the following is a way to start your rebuttal?
However,
Others believe...
In conclusion,
Next,
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In argumentative essays, the claim is written toward the _____________ of the first paragraph.
end
beginning
middle
all of the above
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What is the name of the sentence in your introduction that states your position/opinion of the issue?
Topic Sentence
Hook
Claim/Thesis
Main idea
