Write Paragraphs With Claim and Evidence - AP English Language and Composition
- Choose a transition word that indicates emphasis.
- Indeed. Strengthens or highlights the importance of a point.
- What is cohesion in paragraph writing?
- The flow and connection between ideas in a paragraph. Created through transitions and logical sentence connections.
- Identify a transition that indicates time.
- Meanwhile. Shows events happening at the same time period.
- Identify the role of evidence in a paragraph.
- To support and justify the claim. Evidence provides proof and credibility to make claims convincing.
- Which transition suggests a sequence?
- First. Shows the beginning of an ordered list or process.
- What is a premise in an argument?
- A proposition that supports the conclusion. A supporting statement that leads to the conclusion.
- Identify a phrase that signals additional information.
- Furthermore. Adds more support or details to the existing argument.
- Identify a phrase that introduces a summary.
- In summary. Condenses the main points into a brief overview.
- Which word signals a contrast?
- However. Shows opposition or difference from the previous idea.
- Which word signals addition?
- Moreover. Builds upon previous ideas with additional support.
- What is a warrant in an argument?
- The reasoning that connects the evidence to the claim. The underlying assumption linking evidence to the claim.
- Identify a phrase that introduces evidence.
- According to. Signals that supporting information from a source follows.
- Which transition signals a conclusion?
- In conclusion. Wraps up the discussion and summarizes key points.
- Identify a transition that suggests contrast.
- On the other hand. Presents an alternative viewpoint or opposing idea.
- What is a counterclaim?
- An opposing viewpoint to the main claim. Acknowledges alternative perspectives to strengthen arguments.
- What is the role of analysis in a paragraph?
- To explain how evidence supports the claim. Interprets evidence to show its relevance to the claim.
- What does a supporting sentence do?
- Provides details and evidence to back the claim. Develops and expands the main idea with specific details.
- What is the purpose of a concluding sentence?
- To summarize the paragraph's main points. Wraps up and reinforces the paragraph's main argument.
- What is a claim in a paragraph?
- A statement that asserts a viewpoint or argument. The central argument that needs support from evidence.
- Identify the role of a bridge sentence.
- To connect ideas between paragraphs. Links paragraphs for smooth transitions between topics.
- What is a logical fallacy?
- An error in reasoning that weakens an argument. Flawed logic that undermines the argument's validity.
- What is pathos in rhetoric?
- An appeal to emotions. Connects with audience feelings to persuade effectively.
- What is a topic sentence?
- A sentence that introduces the main idea of a paragraph. Usually appears first and guides the paragraph's focus.
- Define logos in rhetorical writing.
- An appeal to logic and reason. Uses facts and reasoning to convince through logic.
- Which transition word indicates a result?
- Consequently. Shows that something happened because of a previous event.
- What is ethos in rhetoric?
- An appeal to credibility and character. Establishes trust through expertise and moral character.
- What is a thesis statement?
- A sentence that states the main idea of an essay. The overarching argument that governs the entire essay.
- Choose a word that introduces a comparison.
- Similarly. Shows likeness or parallel between two ideas.
- What is coherence in writing?
- Logical and consistent arrangement of ideas. Ideas connect logically and support the main purpose.
- What is an implicit claim?
- A claim not directly stated but suggested or inferred. Readers must infer the argument from context and details.
- Which transition indicates an example?
- For example. Introduces a specific case to illustrate the point.
- Which transition indicates a cause?
- As a result. Shows that one event leads to another outcome.
- Which transition signals an example?
- For instance. Introduces specific examples to illustrate a point.
- What is the function of a rebuttal?
- To refute the counterclaim and strengthen the original claim. Disproves opposing arguments to defend your position.