Introduction Paragraph
First Two Body Paragraphs (Reasons)
Counter-Argument/Refutation Paragraph
Concluding Paragraph
Academic Collocations
100
Name one of the three important features of an introductory paragraph.
The Hook, Background Information, and Thesis Statement
100
In the support, what are ideas that can be proven or are accepted as true?
facts
100
Which of the following is the term used for the opposing argument? a. supporting reason b. counterargument c. claim
b. counterargument
100
T/F: The conclusion emphasizes the importance of the topic being argued.
True
100
Which is the best definition for a "stable relationship"? a. a difficult relationship that ends quickly b. a relationship that lasts a long time
b. a relationship that lasts a long time
200
What helps writers attract the attention of the reader?
the hook
200
Each topic sentence of these first two body paragraphs should include: a. a potential counterargument b. a summary of the entire essay and a call to action c. a reason in support of the thesis
c. a reason in support of the thesis ("One reason why social networking sites have a negative effect on young people is that . . .")
200
What is the term used for giving the reasons why the counterargument is weak?
refutation
200
T/F: When it is restated, the thesis should be worded exactly the same in the conclusion as it was in the introduction
False (The thesis should be reworded in the conclusion.)
200
Which of the following is the best definition for "popular perception"? a. the way most people see something b. an uncommon belief
a. the way most people see something
300
This helps readers understand the topic and shows them why the topic is relevant and important.
background information
300
As support, the exact words of another person, usually an expert, authority or other respected individual, are called what?
quotation
300
Which of the following is not a purpose of counterargument and refutation? a. to make your argument stronger and more persuasive b. to respond to the opposition c. to develop one reason in support of your own argument
c. to develop one reason in support of your own argument
300
Which of the following is an example of a call to action? a. While some may argue against them, school uniforms have in fact been shown to promote school unity and--most importantly--decrease bullying. b. School uniforms for high school students must be enforced everywhere in this country in order to ensure success.
b. School uniforms for high school students must be enforced everywhere in this country in order to ensure success.
300
What of the following collocations means "facts obviously leading to a single conclusion"? a. strong evidence b. overwhelming topic c. sound guess
a. strong evidence
400
Weak or Strong Thesis Statement: Requiring people to use their real names on social networking sites would make children safer, prevent scams, and allow people to connect with old friends more easily.
Strong: It contains the topic, the writer's opinion, and the main reasons for it.
400
Topic Sentence: "Businesses can lose money when their employees spend time on social networking sites at work." Which is best as support? a. Most employees visit social networking sites when they are bored at work or unsatisfied with their job. b. When employees visit social networking sites at work, they end up wasting their employer's time.
b. ( a. does not show how businesses lose money)
400
Where in this paragraph is it best to show how your evidence disproves the counterargument?
near or at the end
400
The conclusion often ends with a strong comment, recommendation/suggestion, prediction or _______.
call to action
400
What is the definition for the collocation "have the capacity"?
to be able to do something
500
In argumentative essays, what goes in a thesis statement?
your position or point of view and usually your main reasons, which you will develop in the body paragraphs
500
Topic Sentence: "Businesses can lose money when their employees spend time on social networking sites at work." Which is best as support? a. "A study by Nucleus Research reports that businesses lose 1.5 percent in productivity because of employees who use social media at work." b. "Nucleus Research surveyed 237 randomly selected office workers in the United States and found that 77 percent had a Facebook account."
a. (b. is not directly related to the opinion)
500
According to the textbook, what should be done directly after the counterargument is introduced and explained?
Describe the evidence or reasons people give for this counterargument.
500
Which of the following is the best example of a recommendation in a conclusion? a. If we don't monitor young people's use of social networking websites like Facebook, the next generation will be riddled with a host of psychological problems. b. The use of social networking websites like Facebook should be vigilantly monitored by adults in order to diminish some of these negative effects.
b. The use of social networking websites like Facebook should be vigilantly monitored by adults in order to diminish some of these negative effects.
500
What is the definition for the collocation "Popular Perception"?
the way most people see something
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