Question

Which statement best describes the introduction of an argumentative essay?

1. It acquaints readers with the topic and sets up the ideas that will be presented.

2. It establishes the main point of the essay and tells readers what the writer’s position is.

3.It ties the essay together and tells readers what they have learned and should take away.

4. It fleshes out the argument and includes counterclaims and evidence from research

Answer 1

Option 2, if readers don’t know what your placement is in the argument and what the main point is the won’t understand the thesis and the necessary 4 arguments against the action

Answer 2

First option. Answer number 1