Argumentative Essay (Grade 11 NSC Matric English FAL): Quizzes
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What is the primary goal of an argumentative essay?
What is the primary goal of an argumentative essay?
To convince the reader of your viewpoint
Which professional role does the note compare to writing an argumentative essay?
Which professional role does the note compare to writing an argumentative essay?
A lawyer presenting a case
What must every argument in an argumentative essay be backed up with?
What must every argument in an argumentative essay be backed up with?
Credible evidence like facts or stats
What should you do with counterarguments in your essay?
What should you do with counterarguments in your essay?
Acknowledge and refute them
What is the thesis statement in an argumentative essay?
What is the thesis statement in an argumentative essay?
A single sentence stating your position
What is the minimum number of paragraphs the body should contain?
What is the minimum number of paragraphs the body should contain?
Three paragraphs
What does P.E.E. structure stand for in body paragraphs?
What does P.E.E. structure stand for in body paragraphs?
Point, Evidence, Explain
What should you avoid doing in the conclusion?
What should you avoid doing in the conclusion?
Introducing new information
What is the word limit for NSC argumentative essays?
What is the word limit for NSC argumentative essays?
250-300 words
What type of language should be used throughout the essay?
What type of language should be used throughout the essay?
Objective and professional language