Argumentative Essays

Front

What is a claim?

Back

A statement used to support or prove the thesis.

Front

Which of these is NOT part of an argumentative essay introduction?

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Evidence.

Front

What is true of the introductory paragraph?

Back

It ends with the thesis, introduces the big idea of the essay, and starts with a hook.

Front

Which of these is NOT a part of an argumentative essay?

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Setting.

Front

In which part of the argumentative essay do you include the quotes from the text?

Back

Body Paragraph.

Front

What is the purpose of a hook in an essay?

Back

To grab the reader's attention.

Front

What is a thesis statement?

Back

A sentence that summarizes the main point or claim of an essay.

Front

What are body paragraphs?

Back

Sections of an essay that provide support for the thesis with evidence and analysis.

Front

What is a conclusion in an argumentative essay?

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The final paragraph that summarizes the argument and reinforces the thesis.

Front

What is evidence in an argumentative essay?

Back

Facts, statistics, or quotes used to support a claim.