Argumentative Essay Structure and Techniques

The video tutorial guides grade 12 students through the process of writing a perfect argumentative essay. It covers the structure, including the introduction, pros and cons paragraphs, and conclusion. The tutorial emphasizes the importance of using linkers, providing examples, and developing a clear thesis statement. Students are encouraged to practice using a model and complete an organizer for better understanding.

What is the main objective of today's session?

• To practice writing narrative essays

• To discuss the history of essays

• To analyze and write a perfect argumentative essay

• To learn about different types of essays

In life, opposites attract. How is this concept used in argumentative essays?

• By ignoring the negative aspects

• By discussing both sides of an argument

• By writing only about personal opinions

• By focusing only on the positive aspects

What is the minimum number of paragraphs required in an argumentative essay?

• Three

• Four

• Two

• Five

What should a well-written introduction contain?

• A list of pros and cons

• A detailed analysis of the topic

• A statement of the topic and a thesis statement

• Only a thesis statement

Which of the following is a suitable linker for the pros paragraph?

• However

• Furthermore

• In conclusion

• On the other hand

What is the purpose of the cons paragraph in an argumentative essay?

• To introduce the topic

• To provide a personal opinion

• To summarize the essay

• To present the disadvantages

What should a well-developed conclusion start with?

• A detailed example

• A new argument

• A rhetorical question

• A suitable linker like 'in conclusion'

What is the total mark allocation for the essay and organizer in the final exam?

• 20 marks

• 10 marks

• 12 marks

• 15 marks