Persuasive Essay Vocabulary 1

What is the catchy first line of an essay?

• fishing pole

• hook

• catch phrase

Which of these is a strong claim/thesis statement:

• I strongly believe pineapple belongs on pizza.

• It is my opinion that pineapple belongs on pizza because it is tasty, it is healthy, and people should have that option.

• Pineapple is yummy!

What does the word ELABORATE mean?

• to tell more

• to cite information

• to give a personal connection or example

• all of the above

Choose the right way to cite evidence from a text:

• Crocs are ugly.

• Alves says, Crocs are ugly yet comfortable.

• According to Alves, "Crocs are a comfortable yet ugly shoe."

• none of the above

What is a counter argument?

• An argument you have over the dinner table.

• A way to elaborate more on your ideas.

• Acknowledging the other side's view, while stating your opinion is still better.

What should be included in the closing paragraph?

• Restating the claim, starting with a transition word.

• What's a closing?

• You should say, Thank you that's the end, good bye.

What are some transition words you may choose to use throughout your essay?

• Hi

  My

  Name

  Is

  Slim Shady

• In my opinion

  I firmly feel

• First

  Next

  Then

  In Addition

  To sum up

How many paragraphs (not including the counter argument) are you expected to write in your essay?

• three

• four

• five

I should have three strong, unique reasons that will make the body of my essay.

• TRUE

• FALSE

Write a strong claim, including three key reasons, for the following question:

SHOULD PLASTIC COMPANIES BE RESPONSIBLE FOR PLASTIC WASTE?