Basics
How many paragraphs must be in an argumentative essay?
multi paragraphs
Is the introduction the 1st, 2nd, or 3rd part of an argumentative essay?
the 1st
How many body paragraphs are in an argumentative essay?
three body paragraphs
the conclusion the 1st, 2nd, or 3rd part of an argumentative essay?
the third part
After writing an argumentative essay you should?
proof read
Where do you use transition words?
In the beginning and also throughout the paragraphs.
What is the first sentence of an introduction paragraph called?
Hook/grabber
Which body paragraph has the counterargument?
third body paragraph
What words you DO NOT use in an argumentative essay?
I, ME, YOU, MY
What HAS to be included in your third body paragraph?
counterargument
What is the last sentence of your introduction called?
thesis statement
What is the purpose of a counterargument?
show the other side's point of view
What are some transitions words to explain the evidence?
this shows, this proves, this informs, this illustrates
What is the point of writing an argumentative essay?
To persuade the reader how you feel about a certain topic.
What is the purpose of a thesis statement?
summarizes the main point or claim of an essay.
What order should the body paragraph be in?
the way they're listed in the thesis statement.
What comes first in a conclusion?
revised thesis statement
On the FSA how many minutes are you given to write an argumentative ?
120 minutes
Name the parts of an argumentative essay.
Intro, three body paragraphs with counterargument, and conclusion
What are good things to use in a hook?
facts, statistics, quotes, or examples
What is a topic sentence?
tells the main idea of the whole body paragraph
What are some examples of transition words?
To commence, In other words, In addition, Others may believe
Give an example of a thesis statement.
Drug testing should not be used in schools because it costs a lot of money, cases of catching students testing positive for marijuana and steroids are rare, and drug tests sometimes have no effect on students at all.