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What should an outline for an argumentative essay include? Choose four correct answers.

A
a statement that expresses the claim
B
examples of counterclaims
C
a list of all references used
D
evidence to support each reason
E
the full text of the conclusion
F
reasons why the claim is correct
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What is the last step to creating an argumentative essay?

A
outlining the draft
B
revising the draft
C
researching a topic
D
presenting a claim
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Which statement best describes the introduction of an argumentative essay?

A
It acquaints readers with the topic and sets up the ideas that will be presented.
B
It ties the essay together and tells readers what they have learned and should take away.
C
It fleshes out the argument and includes counterclaims and evidence from research.
D
It establishes the main point of the essay and tells readers what the writer’s position is.
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After creating an outline for an argumentative essay, a student should

A
restate the claim.
B
develop the claim.
C
revise the draft.
D
write the draft.
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Which statement best describes the body paragraphs of an argumentative essay?

A
They establish the main point of the essay and tell readers what the writer’s position is.
B
They acquaint readers with the topic and set up the ideas that will be presented.
C
They tie the essay together and tell readers what they have learned and should take away.
D
They flesh out the argument and include counterclaims and evidence from research.
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Read this sentence from an argumentative essay. High school students should study a language. This sentence could be improved by including

A
a clear opinion.
B
supporting evidence.
C
an informal tone.
D
lively language.
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Which best describes the style of an argumentative essay?

A
descriptive
B
narrative
C
informal
D
academic
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While revising an argumentative essay, a student should

A
make sure each paragraph has a clearly stated point to explain a position.
B
include anecdotes and personal “I” statements to make the essay informal.
C
focus on including more opinions than evidence to strengthen the argument.
D
make the writing more friendly and informal to engage and entertain readers.
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Which statement best describes the conclusion of an argumentative essay?

A
It establishes the main point of the essay and tells readers what the writer’s position is.
B
It acquaints readers with the topic and sets up the ideas that will be presented.
C
It ties the essay together and tells readers what they have learned and should take away.
D
It fleshes out the argument and includes counterclaims and evidence from research.
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Which statement is an example of an effective claim for an argumentative essay?

A
The United States trades with a number of Asian nations, including China, Japan, and South Korea.
B
I participated in a study abroad program as a student and it helped me learn a lot about other cultures.
C
More and more students have begun to study Chinese because that nation is a global leader.
D
Learning a second language can benefit many Americans and help them compete in the global marketplace.

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