Types of Argumentative Writing and Essay Structure

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Match the following persuasion techniques with their descriptions:

Name-calling = Rejecting and condemning a person or idea without examining the label Transfer = Symbol carrying respect, authority, and prestige to make it more acceptable Testimonial = Famous or authoritative person recommending a product or service Plain folks = Using common people to sell or promote a product

Match the following advertising techniques with their characteristics:

Glittering Generalities = Using words to evoke positive emotional response Card stacking = Showing only the product's best features and omitting potential problems Bandwagon = Persuading by showing that everyone else is doing the same thing Transfer = Symbol carrying respect, authority, and prestige to make it more acceptable

Match the following parts of a critique paper with their descriptions:

Introduction = Features the background of the work and gives a picture of the subject being critiqued Thesis statement = Controlling idea of the entire paper, located towards the end of the introduction Critique paper = Academic paper that assesses and evaluates a work Plain folks = Using common people to sell or promote a product

Match the type of writing with its description:

Argumentative Essay = Writing that aims to make the readers agree with the writer's opinion Persuasive Writing = Writing that convinces the readers to favor the stand of the writer Informative Writing = Writing which presents information composed of 100% facts Propaganda Technique = Spreading of information with the purpose of influencing feelings or actions

Match the part of an argumentative essay with its description:

Introduction = Includes background information and a thesis statement Body = Contains evidences, supporting details, and counterclaim Conclusion = Involves restatement, summed up ideas, quotation, and call for action Passive Voice = Writers find using indirect expressions to highlight the action

Match the language feature with its function:

Modals = Express suggestions and obligation Adverbs = Contribute to the attainment of the author's purpose for writing Evaluative Language = Reflects the writer's attitude towards a certain idea Transitional Device = Maintains the smooth flow of ideas

Match the type of propaganda technique with its definition:

Name-calling = Trash-talking another product or person Testimonial = Endorsement from a celebrity or authority figure Glittering Generalities = Using emotionally appealing words to create positive associations Plain Folks = Appealing to everyday people by using ordinary language and mannerisms

Match the form of argumentative presentation with its example:

Essay = Editorial = Speech = Letter to the Editor =

Match the type of writing tone with its characteristics:

Formal Tone = Informal Tone = Neutral Tone = Emotional Tone =

Learn about argumentative writing and essay structure, including the parts of an argumentative essay such as introduction, body, and conclusion. Discover different types of argumentative writing like essays, editorials, speeches, and letters.

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