Basics
What does RST stand for?
Research Simulation Task
What is a thesis statement?
How many body paragraphs should there be in an RST essay?
3-4
Should you circle back to your hook?
Yes
What is ethos?
Is when you try to persuade the reader by showing his or her credibility or authority.
How many paragraphs does an RST need?
4-6
What are the types of hooks?
1. Rhetorical Question
2. Shocking statistic
3. Quote from expert
4. Personal anecdote
5. Picture this scenario
True or False: Is the counter-argument paragraph right after the introduction?
False, it is right before the conclusion.
True or False: When writing a thesis statement, it is best to use the exact same words as the thesis in the intro.
False, you should rephrase the wording of the thesis.
What is a synthesis essay?
Synthesis essays don´t usually have a side to pick from you just have to combine the research and write about that certain topic.
What are the 3 types of informational essays?
1. Persuasive
2. Argumentative
3. Synthesis
How many hooks are there?
There are 5 hooks
How many citations should there be per paragraph?
2-3
True or False: In a conclusion you can wrap back to the hook.
True
What are the 3 ways of persuading someone?
1. Pathos
3. Logos
3. Ethos
Do RST essays have a pro and con side?
Yes, always.
What is the purpose of an introductory paragraph?
It is to introduce the readers to the topic, hook them into the essay, and let the reader know about the author's point of view.
True or False: There should be more explanation than evidence.
True
Do you have to restate the main points/reasons that are stated in your essay in your conclusion?
Yes, you have to.
What is pathos?
Is when you appeal to your reader's emotions.
True or False: RST essays always debatable.
False, only sometimes.
What is the introduction made of?
An introduction is made of a hook, background information, and a thesis.
Do you have to cite your source for credibility?
Yes, always.
What is the purpose of a conclusion?
The purpose of a conclusion is, to sum up, and conclude the essay, restate the thesis, and call your reader to action.
What is logos?
Is when you provide logic or data to support your topic.