Question 1

Which of the following is an argumentative writing technique?

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Presenting evidence to support your claim

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Summarizing the main idea of the text

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Using descriptive language to create a vivid image

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Asking a series of questions to engage the reader

Question 2

Why is it important to address counterarguments in an argumentative essay?

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To acknowledge opposing viewpoints and strengthen your own argument

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To confuse the reader with different perspectives

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To avoid controversy and stay neutral

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To ignore differing opinions and assert your own beliefs

Question 3

What is the purpose of a thesis statement in an argumentative essay?

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To clearly state the main argument of the essay

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To introduce supporting evidence

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To conclude the essay

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To provide a brief summary of the essay

Question 4

What is the purpose of a counterclaim in an argumentative essay?

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To acknowledge and refute opposing viewpoints

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To introduce a new perspective unrelated to the topic

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To support your own argument with additional evidence

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To confuse and confound the reader

Question 5

What is the purpose of an introduction in an argumentative essay?

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To grab the reader's attention and provide background information

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To restate the main argument of the essay

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To present counterarguments

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To conclude the essay

Question 6

What is the role of evidence in an argumentative essay?

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To support and strengthen the writer's claims

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To introduce unrelated information

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To confuse and mislead the reader

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To distract from the main argument

Question 7

What is the purpose of a conclusion in an argumentative essay?

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To summarize the main points and restate the thesis

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To introduce new arguments and evidence

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To ask the reader a question

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To provide background information

Question 8

What is the difference between a fact and an opinion in argumentative writing?

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A fact is a statement that can be proven true or false, while an opinion is a personal belief or viewpoint.

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A fact is an argument supported by evidence, while an opinion is a subjective statement.

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A fact is a general statement, while an opinion is a specific observation.

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A fact is a personal belief or viewpoint, while an opinion is a statement that can be proven true or false.

Question 9

What is the purpose of using logical reasoning in an argumentative essay?

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To make a persuasive and well-structured argument

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To present unrelated facts and statistics

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To confuse and frustrate the reader

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To introduce personal anecdotes and stories

Question 10

What is the role of a topic sentence in an argumentative paragraph?

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To introduce the main idea of the paragraph

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To conclude the paragraph

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To confuse the reader

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To provide supporting evidence

Question 11

What is the most important part of an argumentative essay?

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Thesis statement

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Conclusion

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Body paragraphs

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Introduction

Question 12

What should be included in the introduction of an argumentative essay?

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Hook, background sentences, and thesis statement

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Counter argument and rebuttal

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Body paragraphs, evidence, and conclusion

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Transition words and explanation

Question 13

What is considered as credible evidence in an argumentative essay?

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Examples, quotes, facts, and statistics

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Personal opinions and anecdotes

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Internet memes and jokes

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Emotional appeals and rhetorical questions

Question 14

What should the concluding paragraph of an argumentative essay do?

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Restate the thesis, summarize reasons, and end with a strong statement

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Introduce new evidence and reasons

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Ask rhetorical questions

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Repeat the introduction

Question 15

Why is it important to include a counter argument in an argumentative essay?

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To add credibility and gain the reader's trust

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To distract from the thesis statement

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To make the essay longer

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To confuse the reader

Question 16

What should be provided when using someone's work as evidence in an argumentative essay?

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In-text citation and reference list citation

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No attribution needed

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Social media shoutout

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Personal thank you note

Question 17

How many body paragraphs are typically included in an argumentative essay?

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Three

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Four

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One

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Two

Question 18

What comes after the hook in the introduction of an argumentative essay?

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Background sentences

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Counter argument

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Thesis statement

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Conclusion

Question 19

What is the purpose of the rebuttal in an argumentative essay?

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To disprove the counter argument

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To repeat the thesis statement

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To ignore the counter argument

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To support the counter argument

Question 20

What should a list of references or bibliography include in an argumentative essay?

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Alphabetized citations with proper formatting

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Personal opinions and experiences

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Random internet links

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No need for references

Question 21

What is the purpose of argumentative writing?

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To persuade the reader to understand and support the writer's point of view about a topic by stating reasoning and providing evidence.

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To challenge the reader's beliefs and values.

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To inform the reader about a topic.

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To entertain the reader with different viewpoints.

Question 22

What is the first step in argumentative writing?

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Investigate a topic.

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Establish a position.

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Write an introductory paragraph.

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Collect and evaluate evidence.

Question 23

How many body paragraphs are typically found in an argumentative paper?

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Three.

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Four.

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One.

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Two.

Question 24

What is the purpose of an introductory paragraph in an argumentative paper?

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To outline the topic and state the thesis statement.

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To restate the thesis statement.

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To summarize the body paragraphs.

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To present evidence and reasoning.

Question 25

What is the purpose of the conclusion paragraph in an argumentative paper?

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To restate the thesis statement and summarize the arguments made in the body paragraphs.

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To provide evidence and reasoning.

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To explain opposing viewpoints.

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To introduce the main argument.

Question 26

What is the main difference between argumentative writing and other types of writing?

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Argumentative writing requires taking a stance on an issue and providing evidence to support it.

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Argumentative writing is based on personal opinions.

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Argumentative writing doesn't require evidence.

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Argumentative writing focuses on storytelling.

Question 27

What does it mean to address opposing points of view in an argumentative paper?

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To acknowledge and counter arguments that disagree with your thesis statement.

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To present multiple conflicting arguments.

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To ignore any opposing arguments.

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To agree with all points of view.

Question 28

What is the end goal of argumentative writing?

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To clearly outline a point of view, reasoning, and evidence.

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To entertain the reader with different perspectives.

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To change the reader's beliefs and values.

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To confuse the reader with multiple viewpoints.

Question 29

What is the purpose of a thesis statement in argumentative writing?

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To outline the topic and state the main argument or claim.

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To summarize the body paragraphs.

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To present evidence and reasoning.

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To restate the conclusion.

Question 30

What is the role of evidence in argumentative writing?

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To support and strengthen the writer's claims and reasoning.

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To distract the reader from the main argument.

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To confuse the reader with conflicting information.

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To challenge the reader's beliefs and values.

Question 31

What is the purpose of body paragraphs in argumentative writing?

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They explain the key arguments in the thesis.

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They summarize the main points of the paper.

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They provide evidence that supports the thesis statement.

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They introduce the topic sentence.

Question 32

What is the function of a topic sentence in a body paragraph?

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To explain the key argument of the paragraph.

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To transition the reader to the next paragraph.

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To summarize the main points of the paper.

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To provide evidence that supports the topic sentence.

Question 33

Which type of evidence can be used in body paragraphs?

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Facts, statistics, and quotes.

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Emotional appeals and persuasive language.

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Common knowledge and general information.

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Personal opinions and anecdotes.

Question 34

What is the purpose of a concluding sentence in a body paragraph?

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To summarize the key arguments and transition to the next paragraph.

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To provide an explanation of the topic sentence.

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To restate the thesis statement of the paper.

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To introduce the evidence that supports the topic sentence.

Question 35

How should evidence be connected to the key argument in a body paragraph?

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By explaining how the evidence supports the key argument.

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By comparing the evidence to other examples in the paper.

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By restating the key argument in different words.

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By providing additional evidence that strengthens the key argument.

Question 36

What are transitions in body paragraphs?

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Words, phrases, or sentences that guide the reader through the argument.

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Background information about the main topic of the paper.

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Examples that illustrate the key arguments discussed in the paragraph.

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Evidence that supports the claims made in the topic sentence.

Question 37

Which transition words can be used in body paragraphs?

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Furthermore, however, therefore, in addition

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First, second, third, finally

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Although, as a result, on the other hand

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For example, in conclusion, to summarize

Question 38

What is the purpose of highlighting and underlining in the example body paragraph?

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To identify the different parts of the paragraph.

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To indicate the importance of certain sentences.

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To demonstrate the use of formatting techniques in academic writing.

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To emphasize the evidence used in the paragraph.

Question 39

What is the main idea of the video's argument about paying college athletes?

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College athletes should be fairly compensated for their contributions to revenue.

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Organizations profit fairly from the work and likeness of college athletes.

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College athletes should not be paid for their athletic performance.

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College athletes should focus solely on their academic pursuits.

Question 40

What is the purpose of the lesson on counter arguments in argumentative writing?

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To address opposing viewpoints and strengthen the overall argument.

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To introduce additional evidence that supports the thesis statement.

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To explain the importance of topic sentences in argumentative writing.

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To provide examples of transitions in body paragraphs.

Question 41

What is relevant evidence in argumentative writing?

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Facts, examples, or sources used to support your claim

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Opinions or personal anecdotes

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Counterarguments to your claim

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Random information without any connection to the claim

Question 42

How do you introduce evidence in your writing?

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With an introductory phrase

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By using a summary of the evidence

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By providing a detailed explanation first

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By directly quoting the source

Question 43

What should you include in parenthetical citations for evidence?

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Information about the source

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Your personal opinion on the evidence

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A summary of the evidence

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The date the evidence was published

Question 44

Why is it important to explain your evidence?

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To provide analysis that ties it back to the topic sentence

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To confuse the reader

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To make the essay longer

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To emphasize the importance of the evidence

Question 45

What is the purpose of using evidence in argumentative writing?

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To strengthen your argument and persuade the reader

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To fill up space in the essay

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To provide additional information

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To avoid using personal opinions

Question 46

What should you do if the evidence is not relevant?

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Get rid of it and find something new

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Change your claim to fit the evidence

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Include a disclaimer that the evidence may not be relevant

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Use it anyway and hope the reader won't notice

Question 47

How can you determine if evidence is relevant?

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By checking if it is related to your claim and supports your argument

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By conducting a scientific experiment

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By asking your friends for their opinions

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By consulting a fortune teller

Question 48

What can be considered outdated in terms of evidence?

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Data and information about science or medicine that is over five years old

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Any information that is not from the present year

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Only information that supports the counterarguments

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Data and information about any topic that is over ten years old

Question 49

Where can you find additional practice and resources for using evidence in argumentative writing?

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Click the links provided by the speaker

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Ask your teacher for more worksheets

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Use online translation tools for assistance

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Look for YouTube tutorials

Question 50

What will be covered in the next lesson?

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Body paragraphs

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Formatting and fonts

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Grammar and punctuation rules

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Introduction and conclusion paragraphs

Question 51

What is the purpose of an introduction paragraph?

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To familiarize the reader with the topic, establish the focus of the essay, and state the writer's position.

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To develop the thesis statement.

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To provide background information about the topic.

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To summarize the body paragraphs.

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To explain the main points of the essay.

Question 52

What are the parts of an introduction paragraph?

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The hook, background information, and thesis statement.

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The thesis statement, body paragraphs, and conclusion.

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The topic sentence, supporting details, and transition sentences.

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The claim, evidence, and conclusion.

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The introduction, body, and conclusion.

Question 53

Which of the following can be used as a hook in an introduction paragraph?

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A statistic

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A personal story

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A knock-knock joke

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A rhetorical question

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A definition

Question 54

What should be eliminated from an introduction paragraph?

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Sentences that do not serve the purpose of the hook, background information, or thesis statement.

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Sentences that repeat information from the hook.

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Sentences that summarize the body paragraphs.

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Sentences that introduce counterarguments.

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Sentences that provide evidence for the main points.

Question 55

What are three tips for writing a hook in an introduction paragraph?

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Using a common misconception, a statistic, or a critical thinking question.

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Using personal anecdotes, rhetorical questions, or quotations.

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Using facts, evidence, or examples.

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Using anecdotes, analogies, or metaphors.

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Using definitions, comparisons, or illustrations.

Question 56

What is the purpose of the thesis statement in an introduction paragraph?

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To state the writer's claim and key arguments.

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To summarize the body paragraphs.

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To restate the hook.

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To introduce counterarguments.

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To provide evidence for the main points.

Question 57

Why is it important for the hook in an introduction paragraph to be related to the topic?

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To ensure that the reader's attention is focused on the right subject.

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To make the reader laugh or feel entertained.

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To provide background information about the topic.

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To introduce a counterargument.

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To create a sense of intrigue and mystery.

Question 58

What does the introduction paragraph of an essay serve as?

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A movie trailer that familiarizes the reader with the topic and sets the stage for the essay.

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A collection of interesting facts about the topic.

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A platform for presenting counterarguments.

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A conclusion that restates the thesis statement.

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A summary of the main points in the body paragraphs.

Question 59

According to the video, what should be included in the background information of an introduction paragraph?

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Information that helps the reader understand the topic, such as definitions or reasons for the issue.

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Summaries of previous research on the topic.

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Specific details about the main points of the essay.

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Examples and anecdotes related to the topic.

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Contrasting viewpoints and counterarguments.

Question 60

What is the purpose of the introduction paragraph in argumentative writing?

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To establish the writer's position and provide a roadmap for the essay.

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To convince the reader to agree with the writer.

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To introduce counterarguments.

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To summarize previous research on the topic.

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To provide evidence for the main points.

Question 61

What is an important note about counter arguments?

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The counter argument should be brief and focus on just one opposing viewpoint.

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The counter argument should address all opposing viewpoints.

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The counter argument should compare and contrast multiple claims.

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The counter argument should be longer than your own argument.

Question 62

How should you respond to a counter argument?

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You can discredit it by using research to prove it false, agree that the point is valid but show that your point is stronger, or provide evidence and examples to support your argument.

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Dismiss the counter argument without any explanation.

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Ignore the counter argument completely.

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Provide your personal opinion without any evidence.

Question 63

What part of a counter argument should be briefly introduced?

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One opposing point.

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Your own argument.

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Multiple opposing points.

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No opposing points.

Question 64

What language should be used to show that the counter argument is not your position?

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"Some people might argue that..." or similar phrases.

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"I think..." or similar phrases.

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"Everyone agrees that..." or similar phrases.

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"Only my opinion matters because..." or similar phrases.

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