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What is the purpose of the counterargument in an argumentative essay?
What is the main focus of a critique of a story or novel?
Which of the following is an essential component of an introduction in an argumentative essay?
Which literary criticism approach involves analyzing a work based on its relationship to actual economic and social reality?
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In argumentative writing, what is the importance of making the thesis crystal clear?
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What should an argumentative essay include to support each point made?
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What is the primary aim of persuasive writing?
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Which of the following is NOT a persuasive writing technique mentioned in the text?
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What is the purpose of using the 'appeal to authority' technique in persuasive writing?
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Which of the following is NOT an acceptable form of evidence in persuasive writing, according to the text?
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What is the typical structure of a persuasive essay?
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What is the primary difference between persuasive writing and argumentative writing?
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Study Notes
Argumentative Writing
- Argumentative texts should have a straightforward structure: Introduction, Body Paragraphs, Counterargument, and Conclusion.
- The introductory paragraph provides an outline of the topic.
- Body paragraphs comprise at least three paragraphs that contain response and evidence.
- The counterargument acknowledges opposing claims and refutes them.
- The conclusion is a one-paragraph part that restates the thesis.
Argumentative Writing Techniques
- Make the thesis statement clear and concise.
- Use evidence to support claims and back up points.
- Show why the opposing side is weak.
- Use logical connectors to organize the content.
Composing a Critique
- A critique is an in-depth evaluation of a story, novel, film, or other materials.
- A critique evaluates the following elements of a narrative: characterization, setting, conflict, plot, dialogue, theme, and style.
Literary Criticisms
- Six approaches to critiquing a literary selection: Structuralist/Formalist, Moralist, Marxist, Feminist, Historical, and Reader-response.
- Structuralist/Formalist Approach: analyzes literary elements to determine meaning.
- Moralist Approach: determines whether a work conveys a lesson or message.
- Marxist Approach: examines the relationship between the literary product and economic and social reality.
- Feminist Approach: focuses on female representation.
- Historical Approach: involves understanding historical and cultural conditions.
- Reader-response Approach: argues that the meaning of a text depends on the reader's response.
Persuasive Writing
- Persuasive writing aims to convince people to think, feel, or act in a certain way.
- It typically contains the writer's opinion, evidence, and the action desired from the reader.
- Five persuasive techniques: Rhetorical Question, Repetition, Bandwagon, Appeal to Emotion, and Appeal to Authority.
Persuasive Writing Techniques
- Rhetorical Question: asks a question not intended to be answered.
- Repetition: repeats key words or phrases.
- Bandwagon: convinces readers to believe in an idea because of its popularity.
- Appeal to Emotion: uses emotive language.
- Appeal to Authority: establishes the writer's authority on the topic.
Writing a Persuasive Essay
- Follows the Introduction, Body, and Conclusion structure.
- The introduction provides a brief overview of the topic.
- Body paragraphs present further information and evidence.
- The conclusion summarizes the opinion or calls the reader to action.
- Note: Opinions of random people are not acceptable evidence.
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Test your knowledge of persuasive writing techniques with this quiz. Learn about rhetorical questions and other methods writers use to convince their audience.
