Practice Analyzing Argumentative Essays (2.4) - Module 3: The Art of Persuasion: Rhetoric and Argumentation
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Analyzing Argumentative Essays

Practice - Analyzing Argumentative Essays

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Practice Questions

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Question 1 Easy

What is a thesis statement?

💡 Hint: Look for a statement that summarizes the author's main point.

Question 2 Easy

Why is evidence important in an argumentative essay?

💡 Hint: Think about what makes an argument convincing.

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Question 1

What is the purpose of a thesis statement?

To introduce the topic
To present the main argument
To provide background information

💡 Hint: Think about its role in guiding the essay.

Question 2

True or False: Including counter-arguments weakens an argument.

True
False

💡 Hint: Consider how authors build their argument.

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Challenge Problems

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Challenge 1 Hard

Analyze a persuasive argument from a newspaper article. What is the thesis, and how effectively does the author address counter-arguments?

💡 Hint: Look for both the stated argument and any cited opposing views.

Challenge 2 Hard

Write a critique on an argumentative essay you read recently. Identify biases in the language or structure; how could the author improve objectivity?

💡 Hint: Consider if any perspectives were omitted and how that shows bias.

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