Defintions
Definition of Claim?
What is the main argument/stance of the paper.
Create a claim with three (3) supporting reasons for the following topic: Hats In School
Example Answer: Hats should not be allowed in schools because it is unprofessional, distracting, and could be used as weapons.
What are two main things included in the introduction paragraph?
What is Audience Hook and Claim. Other answers: transition or background knowledge
What is the Font, Size, Spacing in MLA format.
What is Times New Roman, 12, Double.
What should you do before you begin writing the paper
Brainstorm/Create an Outline
Define Reasons.
What is Supporting Points for Your Argument- Supports Your Claim
Create a claim with three (3) supporting reasons for the following topic: Curfews for Minors
Example Response: Curfews should be enforced because it keeps kids out of danger, kids are not as responsible, and it helps parents keep rules for their kids.
What are some different ideas for creating an audience hook?
Question, Interesting Fact, Definition, Scenario/Tell A Story,Quote
What all has to be included in the heading for MLA?
Name, teacher name, class, date
How many paragraphs should there be in your finished paper? How many in-text citations should at least be in your paper?
Paragraphs: 5 In-text Citations: 3
List 3 EBT's
For example, The text stated, in the text,
Write a counter-claim to the following opinion: Professional athletes should not get paid as much because it is a hobby, not a career.
Possible Answer: Professional athletes risk their health more than most people in a traditional job.
Where does the claim go in the introduction?
Last Sentence
When do you use in-text citations?
After paraphrased or quoted information.
What four things must be included in each body paragraph?
Reason (topic sentence) Evidence Counterclaim Rebuttal
Define Counter-Claim?
What is the opposition to the reason/the opposing side's view
Write a rebuttal to the following counter-claim: "Nonetheless, some believe that cats are better than dogs because dogs can still use the bathroom in the house and leave a mess."
Possible Answer: While dogs could potentially use the bathroom in the house, they are not trained to use the bathroom in the house. Eventually, they will get out of the cycle.
What is one goal of the conclusion?
Summarize the main points, call to action, restate the thesis, or leave with a final thought
Create the in-text citation: Article Title: Should Schools Allow Hats? Author: Deb Collowell Pages: 5
(Collowell, 3).
What is tone? What type of tone should be used in argumentative papers?
The style and mood the author portrays through writing. Formal tone!
What is the formula for Evidence?
EBT + "Word-for-word direct quote" + (Author's last name, page number).
Write a possible rebuttal to the following counter-claim: "However, some may say that schools should not be year round because teachers and students need a break to enhance skills."
Possible Answer: While teachers and students could enhance their skills over break, the likelihood of them doing that is not as great.
What is the first thing that is brought up in a conclusion?
Restate the thesis or claim.
Create a heading for an essay in this class
Lewis Taylor
Harwood
English 12
20 June 2019
What makes a paper argumentative instead of persuasive? Answer 2 out of the 3
Evidence (facts/quotes) Counterclaim Rebuttal