Writing Skills and Argumentative Essays

The video tutorial provides a comprehensive guide on writing an argumentative essay. It covers the definition and characteristics of argumentative essays, the importance of research and topic selection, and the steps for pre-writing and drafting. The tutorial also explains how to structure the essay with an introduction, body, and conclusion, and offers final tips for creating a persuasive and well-supported argument.

What is the primary purpose of an argumentative essay?

• To entertain the reader

• To narrate a personal story

• To inform the reader about a topic

• To persuade the reader with logical reasoning and evidence

What distinguishes an argumentative essay from other types of essays?

• It is based solely on personal opinions

• It does not require any research

• It requires logical reasoning and evidence

• It is written in a poetic format

What should you consider when choosing a topic for your argumentative essay?

• The topic should be popular among peers

• The topic should be relevant to the course

• The topic should be controversial

• The topic should be easy to write about

Why is it important to gather credible sources for your essay?

• To avoid plagiarism

• To impress your professor with a long bibliography

• To support your arguments with reliable evidence

• To make the essay longer

What is the purpose of the pre-writing process?

• To organize thoughts and ideas

• To finalize the essay

• To edit grammatical errors

• To create a bibliography

What is the first step in structuring your argumentative essay?

• Choosing a font style

• Writing the conclusion

• Drafting the bibliography

• Creating an outline

How can you make your essay introduction engaging?

• By listing facts

• By using complex vocabulary

• By posing a question

• By starting with a quote

What should the body of an argumentative essay include?

• A summary of the essay

• A list of references

• Arguments and refutations

• Only the author's opinions

Why is it important to address opposing viewpoints in your essay?

• To confuse the reader

• To avoid taking a stance

• To show you have considered different perspectives

• To make the essay longer

What is a key element of a strong conclusion in an argumentative essay?

• Using complex language

• Adding more references

• Reiterating the main points

• Introducing new arguments