Practice Pre-writing And Planning (1.1) - Module 6: Crafting Effective Writing: Argumentative & Persuasive

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6 sample questions

Question 1.
What is brainstorming?
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Think of it as idea generation without critique.
Question 2.
Define a thesis statement.
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It's what you are trying to prove.
3Question 3.
What is the primary purpose of brainstorming?
- To organize thoughts
- To generate ideas
- To correct grammar
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Think about what brainstorming enables you to do.
4Question 4.
True or False: A thesis statement can be a simple fact.
- True
- False
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Consider the nature of an argument.
Question 5.
Draft a comprehensive outline for an argumentative essay defending or opposing the use of social media in education.
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Think about how you'd balance the positive and negative aspects.
Question 6.
Create an arguable thesis statement from the topic 'Vaccinations should be required for all school children.'
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Make sure your statement is assertive and reflect an opinion to argue for.

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