Key Concepts of Argumentative

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8th Grade
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Adrianna Moton
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What is the main argument of an argumentative essay called?
Evidence
Claim
Rebuttal
Counterclaim
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Which of the following best defines a counterclaim?
A fact that supports your argument
A conclusion statement
An opposing viewpoint to the claim
The first sentence in an essay
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What should follow a counterclaim in an argumentative essay?
A claim
A new topic
A rebuttal
A concluding sentence
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Which is the best example of strong evidence?
"I think school uniforms are uncomfortable."
"Many students dislike school uniforms."
"A study found that schools with uniforms had 20% fewer disciplinary issues."
"My friends agree that uniforms are unnecessary."
Tags
CCSS.RI.7.1
CCSS.RI.8.1
CCSS.RI.8.8
CCSS.RL.8.1
CCSS.RL.9-10.1
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What is the purpose of reasoning in an argumentative essay?
To introduce a new topic
To explain why the evidence supports the claim
To summarize the essay
To add more counterclaims
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Which transition word would BEST introduce a counterclaim?
"For example,"
"On the other hand,"
"Therefore,"
"In conclusion,"
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Where should a thesis statement be placed in an argumentative essay?
At the beginning of the first body paragraph
At the end of the introduction
In the middle of the essay
At the end of the conclusion
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