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What are the key parts of an analytical or argumentative essay?
- introduction, summary, rebuttal
- thesis statement, evidence, counterargument
- claim, fictional characters, conclusion
- counterclaim, research, reasons
There are certain elements that all essays include: an introduction, a body, and a conclusion. An argumentative essay also needs a thesis statement, evidence, and a counterargument.
There are certain elements that all essays include: an introduction, a body, and a conclusion. An argumentative essay also needs a thesis statement, evidence, and a counterargument.
There are certain elements that all essays include: an introduction, a body, and a conclusion. An argumentative essay also needs a thesis statement, evidence, and a counterargument.
There are certain elements that all essays include: an introduction, a body, and a conclusion. An argumentative essay also needs a thesis statement, evidence, and a counterargument.
What is the purpose of a counterargument?
- to explain why an opposing opinion is incorrect
- to describe hidden meanings and symbolism
- to prove that you carefully analyzed the text
- to summarize what the text says
The purpose of a counterargument is to address an opposing opinion and explain why it is incorrect.
The purpose of a counterargument is to address an opposing opinion and explain why it is incorrect.
The purpose of a counterargument is to address an opposing opinion and explain why it is incorrect.
The purpose of a counterargument is to address an opposing opinion and explain why it is incorrect.
What is the role of specific passages when writing a literary analysis essay?
- Important passages will be used to create a concluding paragraph.
- Key passages will help to summarize the events of the story.
- Relevant passages will provide proof of why your claim is accurate.
- All passages will be quoted to help support your counterargument.
The role of specific passages is to provide proof of your claim’s accuracy—to show why you believe your claim is true based on what your read.
The role of specific passages is to provide proof of your claim’s accuracy—to show why you believe your claim is true based on what your read.
The role of specific passages is to provide proof of your claim’s accuracy—to show why you believe your claim is true based on what your read.
The role of specific passages is to provide proof of your claim’s accuracy—to show why you believe your claim is true based on what your read.
What is the purpose of an introductory paragraph?
- to provide proof of why your claim is accurate based on what you read
- to clarify important ideas, to restate the claim, and to wrap up any final thoughts
- to engage the reader by grabbing their attention and introducing the topic of the essay
- to express a belief about what you read in a brief and concise sentence
The purpose of an introductory paragraph is to engage the reader, to grab their attention, and to introduce the topic of your essay.
The purpose of an introductory paragraph is to engage the reader, to grab their attention, and to introduce the topic of your essay.
The purpose of an introductory paragraph is to engage the reader, to grab their attention, and to introduce the topic of your essay.
The purpose of an introductory paragraph is to engage the reader, to grab their attention, and to introduce the topic of your essay.
Which sentence could be used to support the claim that participating in team sports is really good for children?
- In order to play a team sport, you have to practice, work hard, and make the team.
- Kids love playing basketball, baseball, and soccer.
- You learn how to make selfless decisions based on what is best for the team.
- Some might think that team sports are too competitive for young kids.
A reason should be supportive and explain why team sports are important. Learning how to make selfless decisions for the good of a team is a supportive reason or example.
A reason should be supportive and explain why team sports are important. Learning how to make selfless decisions for the good of a team is a supportive reason or example.
A reason should be supportive and explain why team sports are important. Learning how to make selfless decisions for the good of a team is a supportive reason or example.
A reason should be supportive and explain why team sports are important. Learning how to make selfless decisions for the good of a team is a supportive reason or example.
Which is an example of a counterclaim to the thesis statement, "Amusement parks are the happiest places on Earth"?
- Amusement parks have a variety of different rides from slow and relaxing to fast and scary.
- Over 375 million people visit amusement parks each year because of the family fun, food, and entertainment.
- Many amusement parks are a one-stop-shop that include rides, music, food, performances, and other festivities.
- Some people only focus on the average wait time at most popular amusement parks, which can be a torturous twenty-four minutes per ride.
A counterclaim states an opposing opinion that the author will address and then explain why it is a false belief.
A counterclaim states an opposing opinion that the author will address and then explain why it is a false belief.
A counterclaim states an opposing opinion that the author will address and then explain why it is a false belief.
A counterclaim states an opposing opinion that the author will address and then explain why it is a false belief.
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