Conclusions in an Argumentative Essay

What is the other side of the issue (opposite of your claim) called?

• Thesis Statement

• Hook

• Counterargument

• Rebuttal

You should support claims with all of the following EXCEPT

• A. logical reasoning

• B. relevant evidence

• C. supporting ideas

• D. bias opinions

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.11-12.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

The objective is to establish a claim and then support it with logical reasoning, examples, and evidence.

• Nonfiction Text

• Fiction Text

• Argumentative Text

• Informational Text

Making a claim and supporting it using logic is:

• persuasion

• claim

• argument

• evidence

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.11-12.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

What is the role of a conclusion in an argumentative essay?

• To introduce new evidence

• To restate the thesis and summarize the main points

• To present a counterargument

• To list all the sources used

What is the primary purpose of a conclusion in an argumentative essay?

• To introduce new arguments

• To restate the thesis and main points

• To provide detailed evidence

• To present a new topic

Which of the following should NOT be included in the conclusion of an argumentative essay?

• A summary of key points

• A restatement of the thesis

• New evidence or arguments

• A call to action

What is a common strategy used in the conclusion of an argumentative essay?

• Introducing a new argument

• Quoting a famous person

• Summarizing the main points

• Listing all references

In an argumentative essay, what is the effect of a strong conclusion?

• It confuses the reader

• It weakens the argument

• It reinforces the argument

• It introduces new topics

Which sentence is most appropriate for the conclusion of an argumentative essay?

• In conclusion, the evidence clearly supports the thesis.

• Firstly, the argument is presented.

• The essay begins with a strong thesis.

• The counterargument is weak.