Essays

When writing an argumentative essay, when is it acceptable to take both sides the entire time?

• Always

• Never

• It depends on the topic.

• It depends on the day.

Which of these phrases would be good to use to cite text evidence?

• In conclusion,

• According to the text,

• In my opinion,

• In other words,

What order do essays go in? 

• Introduction, Body Paragraph, Body Paragraph, Conclusion

• Body Paragraph, Introduction, Conclusion, Body Paragraph 

• Introduction, Body Paragraph, Conclusion, Body Paragraph

• Conclusion, Introduction, Body Paragraph, Body Paragraph

What is a claim? 

• a statement used to support or prove the thesis

• quotations from a source

• the analysis explaining the meaning of evidence 

• a sentence that grabs your reader's attention 

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

• Introduction

• Hook

• Body Paragraph

• Conclusion

What is a thesis?

• One sentence that is the purpose of the entire essay

• A supporting detail

• The conclusion

• A transition word

How many supporting details does a standard essay have to support the thesis?

• one

• two

• three

• four

Which options are appropriate transition words for the third supporting detail?

• First,

• Second,

• Finally,

• Third,

What is the point of a persuasive essay?

• To tell a story

• To convince your readers that your opinion is best

• To list as many facts as possible

• To talk about yourself

Which options are good ideas to include in your persuasive essay?

• Ask one or two questions

• Show one or two exclamations

• Use transition words

• Use strong evidence

• Tell a story that is off topic