- How to Write a Conclusion (2:39)
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5.An Argumentative Essay That Needs Work (1:03)
6. Analyzing a Sample Argumentative Essay: The introduction (2:59)
7. HTWGAE: First Argument (4:04)
8. HTWGAE: Second Argument (1:45)
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After watching “How to Write a Good Argumentative Essay” videos 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8, answer the following questions with at least 3 sentences per question.
1. When discussing the sample essay’s introduction, DeLaPlante make a distinction between the issue and the argument. What is the test he uses to check if a sentence is the issue or the argument?
2. DelaPlante also suggests that successful arguments often are based on moral values. Can you give me 2 examples of moral values that could be used in an argument? (they don’t have to be related to this specific example about laptops in classrooms)
3. Tell me something specific about introductions, conclusions, or body paragraphs that this video series has made clearer for you.
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9. HYWGAE: Third Argument (3:58)
10.Analysis of a Sample Argumentative Essay: The Main Body (11:10)
11.Analyzing the Conclusion of a Sample Argumentative Essay (6:58)
12. An Improved Argumentative Essay with Commentary (8:30)
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Watch the last 4 videos in this series, then respond to these questions with at least 3 sentences each. Thanks!
1. What is a premise in an argument? Also give an example of a specific premise in this sample essay.
2. Explain what an objection-reply pair is in an argument essay. Give a specific example of an objection-reply pair in this sample essay.
3. What does paternalism mean and how is it relevant to this essay’s argument?
4. Why should student writers avoid phrases like: I feel strongly, I believe that, I think that… What are 2 better options??
5. How would you make the conclusion of this sample essay stronger?
