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What should the introduction paragraph of a persuasive essay include?
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?
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?
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?
Why are grammar and spelling particularly crucial in a persuasive essay?
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What should be the final sentence in a persuasive essay according to the text?
What should be the final sentence in a persuasive essay according to the text?
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When should major facts and sticking points be double-checked during the essay writing process?
When should major facts and sticking points be double-checked during the essay writing process?
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What concept is mentioned in the text which involves arguing against one's own stance?
What concept is mentioned in the text which involves arguing against one's own stance?
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What should be done if a counterargument proposed by a devil's advocate can dismantle an argument in a persuasive essay?
What should be done if a counterargument proposed by a devil's advocate can dismantle an argument in a persuasive essay?
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'Dismantle' in the context of persuasive essays means to:
'Dismantle' in the context of persuasive essays means to:
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