Evidence & Examples
What does “relevance” mean when talking about evidence?
Answer: The evidence directly supports the argument.
What are the three main parts of a standard essay?
Answer: Introduction, Body, Conclusion.
What is the purpose of a counterargument?
Answer: To acknowledge and respond to opposing views.
In the Marvel movies, what’s Tony Stark’s superhero name?
Answer: Iron Man.
Give one example of “statistical evidence.”
Answer: Any numerical fact, e.g., “60% of teens prefer online learning.”
What is the “thesis statement” of an essay?
Answer: The main argument or claim that the essay defends.
What’s a weak way to refute a counterargument?
Answer: Simply saying “That’s wrong” without explanation.
Riddle: I speak without a mouth and hear without ears. What am I?
Answer: An echo.
What is anecdotal evidence?
Answer: A personal story or example used to illustrate a point.
Which is better for a smooth flow: listing ideas randomly or using logical progression?
Answer: Using logical progression.
What’s a strong way to refute a counterargument?
Answer: Provide evidence or reasoning that disproves it.
If you had to write an essay on Harry Potter, what’s one theme you could explore?
Answer: Friendship, bravery, prejudice, good vs. evil, etc.
Why should you explain evidence instead of just stating it?
Answer: So the reader understands how it supports your argument.
What is a “hook” in an essay?
Answer: An engaging opening sentence or idea that grabs the reader’s attention.
True or False — Addressing counterarguments makes your essay weaker.
Answer: False.
Riddle: The more you take, the more you leave behind. What am I?
Answer: Footsteps.
Name two ways to integrate quotes into a paragraph smoothly.
Answer: Introduce the quote with context; embed it into your own sentence.
What is one technique to link paragraphs smoothly?
Answer: Using transitional phrases (e.g., “However,” “Similarly,” “As a result”).
Give an example of a moral counterargument.
Answer: “Even if it’s profitable, it’s unethical to exploit workers.”
Which 2020 TV series featured chess and inspired a surge in chess sales?
Answer: The Queen’s Gambit.