Thesis Statements
This is the main claim or argument of an essay.
What is a Thesis Statement?
Facts, statistics, quotes, and examples used to support a claim.
What is evidence?
The first paragraph of an essay is called this.
What is the introduction?
An opposing viewpoint to your argument.
What is a counterargument?
“This toothpaste is recommended by 9 out of 10 dentists.”
What is Ethos?
Which is better?
A) Dogs are cool.
B) Dogs make better pets than cats because they are more trainable and loyal.
What is answer B?
This explains how your evidence supports your claim.
What is reasoning?
This is the last sentence in the introduction.
What is the Thesis Statement / claim & reasons
Responding to and proving the counterargument wrong is called this.
What is a rebuttal?
“If we don’t act now, thousands of animals will suffer and die.”
What is Pathos?
A strong thesis should be clear, specific, and ___ (able to be argued).
What is debatable?
Which is stronger evidence?
A) “I think this is true.”
B) A statistic from a reliable study
B) A statistic from a reliable study
Body paragraphs should focus on one main idea, often stated in this sentence.
What is a topic sentence?
Including a counterargument makes your writing seem more ___.
What is credible (or stronger)?
This persuasive appeal uses facts, data, and logical reasoning.
What is Logos?
A thesis should NOT be this type of statement (hint: it states a fact everyone agrees on).
What is a statement of fact?
This type of source is trustworthy and believable.
What is a credible source?
This part of the introduction grabs the reader’s attention.
What is a hook?
True or False: You should ignore the other side in an argument.
What is false?
This appeal is most effective when the audience perceives the speaker as knowledgeable, trustworthy, and unbiased.
What is Ethos?
This is the map of the argumentative essay and has a specific "formula."
What is the claim and reasoning OR Claim + Reasons = a Thesis
This happens when you use someone else’s words or ideas without giving credit.
What is plagiarism?
This is the paragraph inwhich the opposite view is announced.
What is the body paragraph 3 (counterclaim).
A good rebuttal should include evidence and this (hint: explanation).
What is reasoning?
This appeal depends on clear reasoning and relevant evidence rather than opinion or emotional reaction.
What is Logos?