Claim
What is a claim?
A statement of belief. A claim is the point you are trying to prove.
How do you directly quote something in MLA format?
"Direct quote" (Citation).
What is evidence?
Evidence is the proof you need to support your argument
Define "purpose"
The REASON why someone is writing their essay.
What is argumentative writing?
Writing that tries to prove or CONVINCE
Where does the claim belong when you start your essay?
What is a thesis statement?
A statement that tells the reader exactly what your essay is going to be about.
What does the evidence support in argumentative writing ?
It supports your claim and reasons
Define "audience"
The people who will read your writing.
What is argumentative writing NOT?
It is NOT based on emotions or apologetic or opinion
Without a claim will your paper make sense? Tell why or why not?
No, it will not because your reader will have no idea where you stand or what your beliefs are.
What is the last step you MUST perform before you submit an essay?
Revise using RADaR and edit. Reread your writing!
True or False: Direct quotes require in-text, parenthetical citations, but paraphrases do not.
FALSE! Whenever you use information from a source you MUST cite your source using an in-text, parenthetical citation!
Define "tone"
The author's attitude toward the subject
After you give the counterclaim, what must you do?
Give a rebutall
The claim is also known as what?
The thesis statement. A claim is a TYPE of thesis statement.
How many reasons should most argumentative essays have?
As many as it takes, but typically one reason per body paragraph. In the case of a 5 paragraph essay, that means 3 reasons.
Why is it important to have evidence in argumentative writing?
It is important to always have proof that backs up what you are saying. That is how you convince your reader.
Define "rebuttal"
Tearing down the counterclaim and explaining why the counterclaim is wrong.
When writing argumentative essays, should you include a counterclaim?
YES!
Can a claim be an opinion? Tell why or why not.
Yes, because it is your own personal view, HOWEVER it must be an opinion that can be supported with evidence and research.
What are the key components to MLA Format? (Font type, font size, line spacing, header etc)
Times New Roman, size 12, double spaced, header = Student's name, teacher name, class name, the date.
After you provide evidence to support your claim, what must you do?
Explain and elaborate on how the evidence supports your claim/position
Define "paraphrasing"
Putting textual evidence into your own words
Is argumentative writing based on facts, opinions, or both? Explain
It is based on both because you give your opinion about your viewpoint, while also supporting it with facts