
Writing Argumentative Essay
Authored by Tamieka Dwyer-Riley
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9th Grade
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the primary purpose of an introduction paragraph in argumentative writing?
To argue the main points in detail
To conclude the argument
To present the issue, give background, and state the thesis
To summarize the entire argument
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a 'hook' in the context of an introduction paragraph?
A conclusion statement
A sentence that grabs the reader's attention
A list of references
A detailed explanation of the main argument
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is NOT a suggested method for writing a hook?
Using a common misconception
Presenting a detailed analysis
Starting with a statistic
Asking a critical thinking question
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What role does background information play in an introduction paragraph?
It provides the reader with necessary context to understand the topic
It concludes the argument
It argues the main points of the essay
It serves as the thesis statement
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a thesis statement?
The main argument of the essay
A summary of the essay's conclusion
A question to engage the reader
A detailed list of sources
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why is it important that every sentence in the introduction has a specific purpose?
To avoid confusing the reader with unnecessary information
To ensure the essay is as long as possible
To include as many facts as possible
To make the essay easier to write
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What analogy is used to describe the introduction paragraph?
Jumping into a cold pool
A movie trailer
A detailed map
A knock-knock joke
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