Question

Which statement best describes the body paragraphs of an argumentative essay?

They acquaint readers with the topic and set up the ideas that will be presented.
They establish the main point of the essay and tell readers what the writer’s position is.
They tie the essay together and tell readers what they have learned and should take away.
They flesh out the argument and include counterclaims and evidence from research.

Answer 1

They flesh out the argument and include counterclaims and evidence from the research

Answer 2

The correct answer is- They flesh out the argument and include counterclaims and evidence from research

The body paragraphs of argumentative essays each contain premises and evidence to support the writer's main argument (what the essay is about). Once the initial body paragraphs provide evidence to support the main argument, the remaining body paragraphs contain counterclaims to the main argument and rebuttals or responses to the counterclaims.