Writing Argumentative Essays

Writing Argumentative Essays

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English

6th - 8th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are the three main parts of an essay?

Back

Introduction, Body, Conclusion.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a hook in an essay?

Back

An attention grabber.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Who is the audience of an essay?

Back

The reader(s) of your essay.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a thesis statement?

Back

Your position/opinion on the topic; the point you want to make in your essay; must be written in the form of a statement.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a transition in writing?

Back

Words or phrases that help to connect ideas and guide the reader through the text.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a counterclaim?

Back

An argument that opposes your main claim.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a rebuttal?

Back

A response to a counterclaim that defends your original argument.

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