
Writing a multiple-paragraph argumentative essay
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Writing a Multiple-Paragraph Argumentative Essay
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Content Objective
Compose a multi-paragraph argumentative essay that features a thesis statement and supporting evidence. TEKS 11(C)
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Thesis Statement
A statement that conveys the main theme of an entire composition
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Poll
Turn and Talk
Should students have to wear school uniforms?
Yes
No
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Multiple Choice
What two elements need to be included in the introduction of your argument?
thesis statement, narrative
reason, body
thesis statement, fallacy
thesis statement, reason
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Multiple Choice
What is the definition of a "reason".
a book or electronic resource that lists the words of a language (typically in alphabetical order) and gives their meaning.
the author's message about the topic. It is often expressed directly or it can be implied.
the process for making clear how your evidence supports your claim.
a spoken or written account of connected events; a story.
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Let's Practice
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Poll
Should Zoos Exist?
Yes
No
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Open Ended
List 2 reasons why Zoos should (PRO) or should not (CON) exist.
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Multiple Select
Select the appropriate supporting evidence for the following topic sentence.
Zoos provide benefits to both animals and people.
provide food + water + shelter
small exhibits/little room to roam (ex. elephants)
captivity→distressed
care for injured + abandoned
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Open Ended
Should zoos exist?
Write a short thesis statement, main idea and list 2 details that suport your reasons.
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Poll
Should sports teams be allowed to have Native American mascots?
Yes!
No!
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Open Ended
Should sports teams be allowed to have Native American mascots?
Generate a thesis statement for both sides
Label you sentences with either PRO or CON
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Multiple-Paragraph Outline
Lets now take a quick look at the whole Argument!
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The paragraph which presents the importance of the topic is called the Introduction
The paragraphs of an essay that support your "Thesis Statement " Is called the Body Paragraphs.
You must Re-state the importance of the topic or issue in your "Conclusion". This often mirrors the INTRODUCTION.
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Multiple Choice
The paragraph which presents the importance of the topic.
Thesis Statement
Introduction
Conclusion
Body Paragraph
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Multiple Choice
The paragraphs of an essay that serve as support.
Conclusions
Body Paragraphs
Thesis Statements
Introductions
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Multiple Choice
Re-state the important of the topic or issue. Often mirrors the INTRODUCTION.
Thesis Restatement
Body Paragraphs
Conclusion Paragraph
Thesis Statement
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Let's now focus on how to write the introduction
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Multiple Choice
Distinguishing Among General, Specific, and Thesis Statements
Which of the following sentences is a General Statement?
Students should have to wear uniforms.
School policies exist to ensure students are safe and focused on learning.
Some people believe school uniforms do more harm than good.
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Multiple Choice
Which of the following sentences is the Specific statement?
Some people believe school uniforms do more harm than good.
School policies exist to ensure students are safe and focused on learning.
Students should have to wear uniforms.
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The GST is written in note form on the dotted lines.
It is not necessary to write the thesis again since it is already at the top of the outline.
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Open Ended
Write a General Statement
G:__________________________________________________________
S: Zoo confinement is harmful to animals’ physical and psychological health.
T: Zoos should not exist.
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Open Ended
Write a General and Specific Statement
G:__________________________________________________________
S: _________________________________________________________
T: Zoos should exist.
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Now let's look focus on the Conclusion!
The function of a conclusion is to restate and reinforce the thesis statement of the composition.
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Writing the Conclusion
The conclusion should do some combination of the following:
Summarize. Offer a solution or recommendation. Pose a question. Justify a position. Present a point of view.
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Multiple Choice
What is the correct order of the conclusion structure?
Thesis Statement, Specific Statement, General Statement
Specific Statement,
Thesis Statement, General Statement
General Statement
Specific Statement,
Thesis Statement,
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