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Structure
Definitions
Thesis Statement
Evidence
Counterclaim
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The introduction is in which paragraph of an argumentative essay?

The introduction is the 1st paragraph of an argumentative essay.

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Define "Hook"

A sentence that draws the reader into your essay by grabbing their attention

100
What is a thesis statement?
A thesis statement is one sentence that shows your point of view and 3 reasons.
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What is evidence?
Evidence is facts, statistics, or quotes that support your argument.
100

What is a counterclaim?

A counterclaim is a statement that shows the opposite point of view.

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What is the first sentence in the introduction called?

The first sentence in the introduction is called the Hook.

200

Define "Call to Action"

A sentence that tells the reader what they should do after they read your essay. 

200

Where is a thesis statement located in an essay?

A thesis statement is the last sentence of an introduction paragraph.

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Which of the following is not evidence? a. 90% of girls like the color green b. 1 out of 5 boys plays basketball c. a scientist explains that "loud music can harm your hearing" d. listening to loud music is fun
d. listening to loud music is fun
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What is the counterclaim for the following claim? Students should wear school uniforms.
Students should not wear school uniforms.
300

What paragraph #s are the body paragraphs of an argumentative essay?

The body paragraphs should be located in Paragraph #2, Paragraph #3, and Paragraph #4 of an argumentative essay.

300

Define a "Transition Sentence"

A sentence that connects the idea of your current paragraph to the idea of your next paragraph. 

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What is the formula for writing a thesis statement?
It is clear that (opinion on topic) by observing (reason 1), (reason 2), and (reason 3).
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What sentence comes directly after a piece of evidence?

Your explanation of the quote.

300

What is the purpose of a counterclaim paragraph?

To prove that the opposing view is WRONG.

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What should you have as the last sentence in each BODY paragraph?

A transition sentence. 

400

Define "Topic Sentence"

A topic sentence introduces the topic or main idea of each body paragraph.

400

What is the difference between a claim and a thesis statement? 

Your CLAIM is the position of the argument you take, but your THESIS includes your position AND your three points. 

400

What is the purpose of explaining your evidence?

To show how it proves your thesis statement.

400

What paragraph # is your counterclaim paragraph?

Your counterclaim should be in paragraph #5.

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What is the last sentence of your conclusion paragraph called?

Call to Action

500

Define "Works Cited"

A list of all the resources you used. 

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Write a thesis statement for the following argument: School Uniforms
It is clear that students should/should not wear uniforms because of (reason 1), (reason 2), and (reason 3).
500

What is a good phrase to introduce evidence?

For example... "One study shows..." or "In the text it states..." or "In Paragraph # it says..." 

500

What is a good way to introduce a counterclaim?

Others think... Some may think.....Even though some critics say... Although the opposing argument is...