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Writing Workshop: Exploring Argument Answers

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What is the goal of a thesis statement?

A
to establish focus and make a claim
B
to explain the author's point of view to the audience
C
to act as evidence supporting a claim
D
to summarize what the essay is about
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Read the thesis statement about offshore drilling for oil.Offshore drilling will decrease the United States’ dependency on foreign oil. Which evidence would support the author's claim?

A
The US does not have enough oil to meet its demand; thus offshore reserves would have little impact.
B
Americans need to decrease their energy consumption and begin exploration of renewable energy sources.
C
The environmental impact of offshore drilling comes at too great a cost.
D
Offshore reserves could supply the US with energy needs for two years.
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Read the thesis statement about conducting school locker searches.A school's right to search student lockers to keep things safe for the community might be a necessary thing.Which is the best revision of the underlined portion of the sentence?

A
may keep things safe for students, which makes it necessary.
B
maintains the necessary safety of the student environment.
C
is necessary to maintain a safe environment for students.
D
no change
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Which is a step in writing an argumentative speech?

A
Select only the evidence that supports the claim.
B
Address the cons against the claim in a single paragraph at the end.
C
Establish a position and focus solely on evidence that supports the claim.
D
Make a list of pros and cons regarding the claim.
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Read the paragraph from an essay on preventing school bullying.(1) Bullying has a significant impact on a student's physical and emotional well being. (2) There are many school programs that will help stop bullying. (3) Establishing a school culture that focuses on acceptance, respect, and tolerance is crucial in putting an end to bullying.Which sentence logically fits just before sentence 2?

A
Students who are uncomfortable in their school setting are not as likely to earn good grades or participate in extracurricular activities.
B
While some programs focus on assisting those who are affected by bullying, others concentrate on changing the behavior of the bullies.
C
Schools that are able to evoke a sense of school pride and student fellowship typically have fewer incidents of bullying.
D
Have you ever witnessed an incident in school where one student relentlessly bullies another student just for the fun of it?

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