Introduction
Is the introduction the 1st, 2nd, or 3rd part of an argumentative essay?
The introduction is the 1st part of an argumentative essay.
Is the body paragraph the 1st, 2nd, or 3rd part of an argumentative essay?
The body is the 2nd part of an argumentative essay.
Is the conclusion the first, second, or third part of an argumentative writing ?
The conclusion is the third part of an argumentative writing
What is Ms. Taylor's Middle Name?
What is Rose
What is a thesis statement?
A thesis statement is the author's main claim. It is the main idea of the whole essay.
What is a topic sentence?
A topic sentence tells the main idea of the whole body paragraph.
Why are conclusions important?
Conclusions are important because they restate the thesis and bring together the arguments and main ideas before the author gives a call to action.
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Which is not one of Ms. Taylor's hobbies?
a) Swimming
b) Reading
c) Yoga
d) Writing
a) Swimming
What is the first sentence in the introduction called?
The first sentence in the introduction is called the Hook.
Where are the topic sentences located in a paragraph?
Topic sentences are the first sentence in each body paragraph.
What is Ms. Taylor's favorite restaurant?
What is Mcdonalds
Is the following an example of a strong or weak thesis statement? Explain why.
Dogs are fantastic pets because they are loyal, easy to train, and friends to the whole family.
The example is a strong thesis because it gives the author's position (dogs are fantastic pets), gives 3 supporting reasons (why dogs are fantastic pets), and is written in formal writing style (3rd person, no slang, no abbreviations, no contractions).
What is evidence? Where do you gather your evidence?
Evidence is your proof and support for your claim/thesis. Evidence comes from sources (such as an article, book, or website).
What are transition words? Give an example of 3.
Transition words (or signal words) show a change in ideas. Some examples include: first, second, third, in conclusion, as can be seen, overall, furthermore, for example...
What is an example of a revision or edit you can make in writing?
Capitalization, Spelling, grammar, word choice...etc.
Who is Ms. Taylor's favorite rapper?
Which part of this introduction is the hook?
How many students do you know who struggle wearing masks in school? I think masks should not have to be worn in school the whole day because, it hinders their breathing, distracts from learning, and all students need a break for fresh air.
How many students do you know who struggle wearing masks in school?
What is one way you know a source is credible?
Expert in the field wrote it (author, job)
Is this example of a conclusion well written? Why?
In conclusion, Ms. Taylor thinks that her students did well on their argumentative writing because, they demonstrated their knowledge in their writing, had three reasons to support their argument, and use paragraphs to organize their writing.
Yes, because (Answer up to teacher).
Where can you use argumentative writing in real life?
(Answer up to teacher)
What is 3