Crafting Persuasive Argumentative Essays

The video tutorial explains the concept of argument essays, highlighting their purpose in persuading readers to adopt a new perspective or change a policy. It provides examples of everyday arguments and emphasizes the importance of supporting claims with evidence. The tutorial outlines the structure of an argument essay, including the introduction, thesis, body, and conclusion. It stresses the significance of argumentation in academic writing and everyday communication, encouraging viewers to develop skills in presenting and defending their viewpoints effectively.

What is the primary purpose of an argument essay?

• To entertain the reader with humorous content

• To provide information without bias

• To summarize different viewpoints without taking a side

• To persuade readers to change their perspective or action

What does an argument essay aim to change in a reader?

• Their academic performance

• Their reading habits

• Their preference for movies

• Their mental or practical stance on an issue

Which example illustrates the need for evidence in persuasion?

• A casual conversation about movies

• Listing facts without context

• Driving a Porsche Turbo by a teenager

• Discussing weekend length without data

Why is it important to keep a civil tone in an argument essay?

• To entertain the reader

• To ensure the reader considers your viewpoint seriously

• To confuse the opposition

• To make the essay longer and more detailed

How can one effectively counter an argument?

• By ignoring the counterarguments

• By providing support and refuting counterarguments

• By changing the subject

• By using complex vocabulary

What is the role of a thesis statement in an argument essay?

• It provides a summary of the essay

• It entertains the reader

• It lists all the sources used

• It states the writer's main opinion

What is a key element of most academic essays?

• Argumentation

• Description

• Exposition

• Narration

Why is argumentation considered crucial in personal statements for college applications?

• To convince admissions of the applicant's merits

• To describe the applicant's hobbies

• To entertain the admissions committee

• To list the applicant's academic achievements

What skill is humorously suggested to be necessary for convincing someone that 'Taken 2' is the best movie?

• Expertise in cinematography

• A very particular set of skills

• Advanced film critique techniques

• Ability to ignore criticism

What is implied about the effectiveness of arguments on social media?

• They are less important than academic essays

• They require formal training to write

• They can be persuasive with the right skills

• They are generally ignored