Introduction
Body Paragraphs
Counterclaims/ Conclusion
Revision
Winslow
100
Is the introduction the 1st, 2nd, or 3rd part of an argumentative essay?
The introduction is the 1st part of an argumentative essay.
100
Is the body paragraph the 1st, 2nd, or 3rd part of an argumentative essay?
The body is the 2nd part of an argumentative essay.
100
Is the conclusion the 1st, 2nd, or 3rd part of an argumentative essay?
The conclusion is the 3rd part of an argumentative essay.
100
What does it mean to revise?
Revise means to go back and edit or make changes to your draft.
100

What week are we in of remote learning?

What is Week 14

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What is a thesis statement?
A thesis statement is the author's main claim. It is the main idea of the whole essay.
200
What is a topic sentence?
A topic sentence tells the main idea of the whole body paragraph.
200
Why are conclusions important?
Conclusions are important because they restate the thesis and bring together the arguments and main ideas before author ends their paper. They are the last thing the reader is left with.
200
Is formal writing style written in 1st, 2nd, or 3rd person?
Formal writing style uses 3rd person only.
200

What is our school Mascot?

What is an Eagle

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What is the first sentence in the introduction called?
The first sentence in the introduction is called the Hook.
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Where are the topic sentences located in a paragraph?
Topic sentences are the first sentence in each body paragraph.
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What is a counterargument?
A counterargument states the opposite side from the author's.
300
Why is it important to revise your essays?
It is important to revise your essays to catch any mistakes.
300

How many more days left until break (if you do not include today)?

What is 10 days

400
Is the following an example of a strong or weak thesis statement? Explain why. Dogs are fantastic pets because they are loyal, easy to train, and friends to the whole family.
The example is a strong thesis because it gives the author's position (dogs are fantastic pets), gives 3 supporting reasons (why dogs are fantastic pets), and is written in formal writing style (3rd person, no slang, no abbreviations, no contractions).
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What is evidence? Where do you gather your evidence?
Evidence is your proof and support for your claim/thesis. Evidence comes from sources (such as an article, book, or website).
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What is the rebuttal?
The rebuttal is located after the counterargument. It argues against the counterargument and reinforces the author's views.
400
What is the difference between editing and revision?
Editing deals with more basic grammatical errors, while revision considers more serious changes like organization and the ideas contained in the paper.
400

What is Ms. Lawry's classroom number?

What is C121.

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True or False: A thesis statement should directly announce your topic by using phrases such as, "This essay will talk about…"
Few things have ever been more false.
500

This is used to signal the start of a new paragraph/thought.

A transition.

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Why is it so important to have a counterargument?
It shows the audience that the writer is willing to hear the other side of the story.
500
What should you consider before you ask your audience a question?
What their possible answer to that question might be.
500

What did Ms. Lawry used to coach at the school?

What is the dance team

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