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Understanding Persuasive Essays

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What should the introduction paragraph of a persuasive essay include?

The hook, followed by background information, the thesis, and a summary of the arguments

The thesis, followed by background information, the hook, and a preview of the arguments

A preview of the arguments, followed by the hook, the thesis, and background information

Background information, followed by the hook, the thesis, and a preview of the arguments (correct)

Why is it important to have someone play devil's advocate before editing a persuasive essay?

To validate that the essay's arguments are sound (correct)

To act as a proofreader for major facts and sticking points

To confirm that the essay has no counterarguments

To ensure that grammar and spelling are correct

What is the purpose of the concluding paragraph in a persuasive essay?

To summarize the main arguments without adding new points of view (correct)

To introduce new counterarguments

To restate the hook and background information

To present a call to action without rehashing the main arguments

Why are grammar and spelling particularly crucial in a persuasive essay?

Because any mistakes can reduce the author's credibility Signup and view all the answers

What should be the final sentence in a persuasive essay according to the text?

A call to action Signup and view all the answers

When should major facts and sticking points be double-checked during the essay writing process?

During the editing phase Signup and view all the answers

What concept is mentioned in the text which involves arguing against one's own stance?

'Devil's Advocate' Signup and view all the answers

What should be done if a counterargument proposed by a devil's advocate can dismantle an argument in a persuasive essay?

The argument should be tweaked or re-written Signup and view all the answers

'Dismantle' in the context of persuasive essays means to:

'Weaken' an argument effectively Signup and view all the answers

Understanding Persuasive Essays

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Questions and Answers

What should the introduction paragraph of a persuasive essay include?

Why is it important to have someone play devil's advocate before editing a persuasive essay?

What is the purpose of the concluding paragraph in a persuasive essay?

Why are grammar and spelling particularly crucial in a persuasive essay?

What should be the final sentence in a persuasive essay according to the text?

When should major facts and sticking points be double-checked during the essay writing process?

What concept is mentioned in the text which involves arguing against one's own stance?

What should be done if a counterargument proposed by a devil's advocate can dismantle an argument in a persuasive essay?

'Dismantle' in the context of persuasive essays means to:

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