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ENGLISH
THIRD GRADING – MODULE 1.2
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COMPOSE AN ARGUMENTATIVE ESSAY

EXPECTATIONS
At the end of the module, you should be able to:

A. Analyze the structure of an argumentative essay

B. Write a three paragraph argumentative essay

PRE-TEST
Directions: Choose the letter of the correct answer.

1. What is an argument?
A. A claim that has logic and facts. C. A claim that tells a story.
B. A claim that has feelings in it. D. A claim that involves an emotion in narrating.
2. What is a hook, or lead?
A. The sentence that is the main idea of an essay.
B. The sentence that ends the paper.
C. A sentence that gets the reader's attention
D. A sentence that summarizes the whole idea
3. Essay has three parts. Which choice contains all of them?
A. Thesis, Lead, Hook. C. Claim, Counterclaim, Rebuttal.
B. Introduction, Body, Conclusion. D. Introduction, Lead, Rebuttal.
4. There are three parts to an argumentative essay. What are they?
A. Introduction, Body, Conclusion. C. Claim, Counterclaim, Rebuttal.
B. Lead, Thesis, Conclusion. D. Introduction, Lead, Rebuttal.
5. In which paragraph does the thesis go?
A. Body B. Introduction C. Conclusion D. All of the above
6. Your thesis statement must include the points you'll discuss. At least how many should
you have in your essay?
A. Three B. One C. Four D. Six
7. 7. Which of the following choices are hooks used in an essay?
A. Sentence, Viewpoint C. Question, Quote
B. Thesis, Hook D. Conclusion
8. Which of the following is not a form of evidence?
A. Quote from an expert C. statistic
B. government definitions D. your dad's opinion
9. What is a hook in writing?
A. The main idea of the body
B. The closing sentence of your conclusion
C. The best piece of evidence in your paper
D. How you engage your reader in the beginning

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10. What should you do after presenting text evidence?
A. Move on to another reason
B. Transition to a new paragraph
C. Explain how that evidence proves your thesis statement
D. Summarize that evidence
11. Which source would be the most credible?
A. A quote from Wikipedia
B. An article from a news journal
C. A statement from your neighbor
D. A quote from a popular blog with over a million followers
12. What TYPE of sentence is NOT in a body paragraph?
A. Reason B. Evidence C. Commentary D. Introduction
13. You can change the order of your evidence and commentary sentences if you need to.
True B. False C. Maybe D. None of the above
14. The following statements must be considered in your conclusion paragraph except
_____
A. Summarize your reasons
B. End with a strong statement that shows you are correct
C. Restate your claim
D. End with "This is the end of my essay."
15. Concluding an argumentative essay may require the faculty of a genius reasoning from
the author on the topic discussed.
A. True B. False C. Maybe D. None of the above

LOOKING BACK
Directions. Arrange the steps in outlining a paragraph chronologically.
Number the items 1-4.

___________A. Conclusion
___________B. Body paragraphs
___________C. The Thesis statements
___________D. Introductory paragraph.

BRIEF INTRODUCTION

The argumentative essay is a genre of writing that requires the student to

investigate a topic; collect, generate, and evaluate evidence; and establish a position on the
topic in a concise manner.
The purpose of an argumentative essay is to convince the reader that your
viewpoint is true or correct. In writing an argumentative essay, you have to appeal to the
mind of the readers using only facts and logic.
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In your quarter 3 – Module 2: Lesson 1, the steps on How to Outline an

Argumentative Essay was given. Below are the tips on how to write an argumentative essay.

1. Do your research: Go look for research that supports your argument. Take notes,
so you can easily reference the best pieces of research when you're writing.
2. Create an outline: Plan out your essay. Write your main points, and the points that
you're planning to debunk.
3. Start writing: Start wherever is easiest, as the order won't matter. Try writing your
introduction last.
4. Edit and proofread: Check your essay before you hand it in, to edit out any easily
overlooked mistakes.

Knowing the basics is not enough to write an incredible article. So, let’s look at an
argumentative essay example that will illustrate how you will apply this knowledge to
action.

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ACTIVITIES
Directions. Fill out the argumentative essay outline by choosing the correct notes from
the given choices inside the box.

Distracted driving don't have enough self-discipline

driving is much more important than texting

texting, talking on the phone, looking

at maps can result in serious accidents

In a world of mobile technology, distracted

driving is a bigger problem than in the past.

there should be more education about distracted driving

Cade Reynolds was 16 when killed by a distracted driver.

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Topic .....................................
1. Introduction _________________________________________________
A. Attention Getter - ____________________________________________
B. Thesis - ____________________________________________________
C. Supporting sentences - _______________________________________
2. Point 1 - ______________________________________________________
A. Supporting idea - ____________________________________________
B. Supporting idea - ____________________________________________
3. Point 2 - ______________________________________________________
A. Supporting idea - ____________________________________________
B. Supporting idea - ____________________________________________
3. Point 3 - ______________________________________________________
A. Supporting idea - ____________________________________________
B. Supporting idea - ____________________________________________
4. Conclusion ___________________________________________________
A. Summing up - ______________________________________________
B. Final opinion - ______________________________________________

REMEMBER
Fill in the blanks to complete the sentence below.

The purpose of an argumentative essay is to (a) _______ the reader that your
(b) _________ is true or correct. In writing an argumentative essay, you have to use only (c)
______ and (d) _________.

CHECKING YOUR UNDERSTANDING

Directions: Now, it’s time to write your own argumentative essay by following the suggested
outline below. Choose from the topics given. Your output will be scored based on the rubrics
below. (24 points)

 Can humanity get rid of the internet and continue developing?

 Should content on the Internet be more restricted?
 Does a constant social media connection make people feel lonelier and
stressed?

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 What is the impact of technology on people’s ability to create?

General Topic: _____________________________________________________

I. Introduction
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II. Body
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III. Conclusion
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POST-TEST
Directions: Choose the letter of the correct answer.
1. There are three parts to an essay. Which choice contains all of them?
A. Thesis, Lead, Hook. C. Claim, Counterclaim, Rebuttal.
B. Introduction, Body, Conclusion. D. Introduction, Lead, Rebuttal.
2. You can change the order of your evidence and commentary sentences if you need to.
A. True B. False C. Maybe D. None of the above
3. In which paragraph does the thesis go?
A. Body B. Introduction C. Conclusion. D. All of the above
4. What is an argument?
A. A claim that has logic and facts.
B. A claim that has feelings in it.
C. A claim that tells a story.
D. A claim that involves an emotion in narrating.
5. Your thesis statement must include the points you'll discuss. At least how many should
you have in your essay?
A. Three B. One C. Four D. Six
6. Which of the following is not a form of evidence?
A. Quote from an expert C. a statistic
B. government definitions D. your dad's opinion
7. You can change the order of your evidence and commentary sentences if you need to.
A. True B. False C. Maybe D. None of the above
8. What should you do after presenting text evidence?
A. Move on to another reason
B. Transition to a new paragraph
C. Explain how that evidence proves your thesis statement
D. Summarize that evidence
9. What is a hook in writing?
A. Captain of a pirate ship
B. The closing sentence of your conclusion
C. The best piece of evidence in your paper
D. How you engage your reader in the beginning
10. Which source would be the most credible?
A. A quote from Wikipedia
B. An article from a news journal
C. A statement from your neighbor
D. A quote from a popular blog with over a million followers
11. What is a hook, or lead?
A. The sentence that is the main idea of an essay.
B. The sentence that ends the paper.
C. A sentence that gets the reader's attention
D. A sentence that summarizes the whole idea
12. What TYPE of sentence is NOT in a body paragraph?
A. Reason B. Evidence C. Commentary D. Introduction

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13. Which of the following choices are hooks used in an essay?
A. Sentence, Viewpoint. C. Question, Quote.
B. Thesis, Hook. D. Conclusion
14. The following statements must be considered in your conclusion paragraph except
_____
A. Summarize your reasons
B. End with a strong statement that shows you are correct
C. Restate your claim
D. End with "This is the end of my essay."
15. There are three parts to an argumentative essay. What are they?
A. Introduction, Body, Conclusion. C. Claim, Counterclaim, Rebuttal.
B. Lead, Thesis, Conclusion. D. Introduction, Lead, Rebuttal

REFERENCES
 ―ARGUMENTATIVE ESSAY: HOW-TO, STRUCTURE, EXAMPLES, TOPICS.‖ ©
Boomessays.com, 2021. Posted: May 25, 2017 - to Guide. Accessed Jan. 23, 2021.
Retrieved fromhttps://boomessays.com/blog/how-write-argumentative-essay

 ―Argumentative Essay Example for Middle School Students.‖© 2020

5StarEssays.com(Powered By sharkpapers.com). Retrieved from
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 ―Argumentative Writing‖ BY Mr. Christian Honeycutt @honeyct_83553 TEACHER, 3

months ago. Accessed Jan. 24, 2020. Retrieved from
https://quizizz.com/admin/quiz/5f874a8a42af9d001c1cd2e7/argumentative-writing

 ―Good Topics for an Argumentative Essay.‖ © 2011 — 2020,

EssayShark.com.November 16, 2020 Accessed Jan. 07, 2021. Retrieved from
https://essayshark.com/blog/good-topics-for-an-argumentative-essay/

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ACTIVITY
POST TEST
1. B 6. D 11. C
2. A 7. A 12. D
3. B 8. C 13. C
4. A 9. D 14. D
5. B 10. B 15. C
REMEMBER:
A. convince
B. viewpoint
C. facts
D. logic
LOOKING BACK: PRE-TEST:
__4_____A. Conclusion 1. A 6. A 11. B
_ 3_____ B. Body paragraphs
2. C 7. C 12. D
__2_____C. The Thesis statements
1 D. Introductory paragraph. 3. B 8. D 13. A
4. C 9. D 14. D
5. B 10. C 15. A
ANSWER KEY
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