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OFICINA DE REDAÇÃO EM LÍNGUA INGLESA
ARGUMENTATIVE WRITING
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		1.
		Choose the alternative that correctly complete the sentence: The best way to show that a different character is speaking is to ______________.
	
	
	
	write, "Now a different character is talking"
	
	
	ther is no need to mention characters
	
	
	start a new paragraph whenever a different character speaks
	
	
	use an identifying phrase such as he said
	
	
	use quotation marks around a speaker¿s exact words
	
	
	
	 
		
	
		2.
		When we consider the ubiquity of cellphones, iPods, personal computers and the Internet, it¿s easy to see how science (and the technology to which it leads) is woven into the fabric of our day-to-day activities. When we benefit from CT scanners, M.R.I. devices, pacemakers and arterial stents, we can immediately appreciate how science affects the quality of our lives. When we assess the state of the world, and identify looming challenges like climate change, global pandemics, security threats and diminishing resources, we don¿t hesitate in turning to science to gauge the problems and find solutions.
And when we look at the wealth of opportunities hovering on the horizon¿stem cells, genomic sequencing, personalized medicine, longevity research, nanoscience, brain-machine interface, quantum computers, space technology¿we realize how crucial it is to cultivate a general public that can engage with scientific issues; there¿s simply no other way that as a society we will be prepared to make informed decisions on a range of issues that will shape the future.¿
These two paragraphs present an example of:
	
	
	
	expository paragraphs
	
	
	argumentative paragraphs 
	
	
	narrative paragraphs
	
	
	descriptive paragraphs
	
	
	injunctive paragraphs
	
Explicação:
The paragraphs present an argument about two scientific fields ¿ digital products and biotechnology. It has also given full supporting details with names.
	
	
	
	 
		
	
		3.
		The popularity of SUV's in America has caused pollution to increase. What kind of thesis is that?
	
	
	
	Claims of fact or definition
	
	
	Claims of commitment
	
	
	Claims about solutions or policies
	
	
	Claims about value
	
	
	Claims of cause and effect
	
	
	
	 
		
	
		4.
		Read the following exert and choose the alternative best complete the empty spaces: From what has been said, we realize that the backbone of the argument is, in fact, -___________and_________, based on ________and _______ arguments.
	
	
	
	Responsible - ilogical criticism ¿ plausible - logical
	
	
	Responsible - logical criticism ¿ plausible - logical
	
	
	Responsible - logical criticism ¿ plausible ¿ illogical
	
	
	Responsible - logical criticism ¿ surreal - logical
	
	
	Irresponsible - logical criticism ¿ plausible - logical
	
	
	
	 
		
	
		5.
		What some people refer to as global warming is actually nothing more than normal, long-term cycles of climate change. What kind of thesis is that?
	
	
	
	Claims of commitment
	
	
	Claims of fact or definition
	
	
	Claims of cause and effect
	
	
	Claims about value
	
	
	Claims about solutions or policies
		
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		6.
		These are claims made of what something is worth, whether we value it or not, how we would rate or categorize something. What kind of thesis is that?
	
	
	
	Claims about solutions or policies
	
	
	Claims of cause and effect
	
	
	Claims about value
	
	
	Claims of commitment
	
	
	Claims of fact or definition
	
	
	
	 
		
	
		7.
		Global warming is the most pressing challenge facing the world today. What kind of thesis is that?
	
	
	
	Claims of cause and effect
	
	
	Claims about solutions or policies
	
	
	Claims of commitment
	
	
	Claims of fact or definition
	
	
	Claims about value
		
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		8.
		The structure of the argumentative essay is held together by the following, except:
	
	
	
	A clear, concise, and defined thesis statement that occurs in the first paragraph of the essay.
	
	
	A conclusion that only restates the thesis.
	
	
	Evidential support (whether factual, logical, statistical, or anecdotal).
	
	
	Clear and logical transitions between the introduction, body, and conclusion.
	
	
	Body paragraphs that include evidential support.
	
Explicação:
A conclusion that does not simply restate the thesis, but readdresses it in light of the evidence provided.
It is at this point of the essay that students may begin to struggle. This is the portion of the essay that will leave the most immediate impression on the mind of the reader. Therefore, it must be effective and logical. Do not introduce any new information into the conclusion; rather, synthesize the information presented in the body of the essay. Restate why the topic is important, review the main points, and review your thesis. You may also want to include a short discussion of more research that should be completed in light of your work.