ARGUMENTATIVE WRITING PRETEST

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What is the purpose of an introductory paragraph in an essay?

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The introductory paragraph introduces the big idea of the essay, starts with a hook, and ends with the thesis.

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What is a claim in argumentative writing?

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A claim is a statement used to support or prove the thesis.

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What is the correct order of an essay?

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The correct order is Introduction, Body Paragraph, Body Paragraph, Conclusion.

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What is the writer's position on a problem or issue called?

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The writer's position is called a claim.

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What is the main goal of argumentative writing?

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The main goal of argumentative writing is to persuade the reader.

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What is a thesis statement?

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A thesis statement is a sentence that summarizes the main point or claim of an essay.

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What is evidence in argumentative writing?

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Evidence consists of facts, statistics, or quotes that support the claim.

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What is a counterargument?

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A counterargument is an argument that opposes the main claim.

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What is a hook in writing?

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A hook is an engaging opening sentence that grabs the reader's attention.

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What is the role of a conclusion in an essay?

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The conclusion summarizes the main points and reinforces the thesis.