Introduction
FORMATTING: What should you do on the first line of each new paragraph?
Indent!
List 3 transitions you could use to show an additional/similar Supporting Detail
Also; Likewise; Furthermore; Moreover: Additionally; Similarly
List 3 transitions you could use at the beginning of a Conclusion
In conclusion; To conclude; To sum up; Ultimately; In summary
What is the goal of an argumentative paragraph?
How do we make a concession?
When we say one idea is true, but another is stronger or more important.
How long should your title be, and what should it include?
It should be a fun, creative phrase
~4-7 words, including an adjective
What does EX stand for?
Example OR Explanation
What are the 3 sections of a Conclusion?
Restate Thesis; Summary of Main Ideas; Clincher
How do you successfully write an argumentative paragraph?
By attempting to persuade the reader why your opinion is correct and true.
How many opinions do we use to make a concession?
We compare using 2 opinions, saying one is better than the other.
What are the 3 parts of an Introduction?
Hook, Background Information, Thesis
List 3 transitions I could use to introduce an example
For example; For instance; To illustrate; To demonstrate; Such as; In this case
What should your Summary of Main Ideas include?
2-3 sentences reminding the reader of your Main Ideas, and how they help to support your overall all argument.
What kind of opinions can we show in argumentative paragraphs?
agree or disagree
What two phrases are used to make concessions?
although or even though
What does your Thesis need to include in a Persuasive Essay?
Your opinion on the question, and your 3 main reasons why
How many Supporting Details does each Body Paragraph need?
2!
What are the 3 things you could use as a Clincher?
Opinion, Prediction, Question
Give an example topic sentence for an AGREE argument!
"There are a number of strong reasons to support the idea that..."
"I agree with the idea that..."
etc.
How do we identify the less important argument vs the main argument?
The main idea is the one that does not have the phrase although/even though
If I were an alien trying to read your essay, which part of your Introduction would help me understand the essay topic/key words?
Background Information!
Sequence Transition + Restate Thesis + Main Idea = ?
Topic Sentence! The first sentence of each Body Paragraph
What are some easy ways to restate your Thesis differently in your Conclusion?
Use synonyms or change the sentence structure
"There are some important reasons to disagree with the idea that..."
"I do not share the view that..."
etc.
- hamburgers are too delicious not to eat
- hamburgers can lead to weight gain
Although many people think eating hamburgers can lead to weight gain, we should still enjoy eating hamburgers.
Eating hamburgers is delicious, even though some people think eating hamburgers leads to weight gain.