Anglais · 4e

Rédiger des essais argumentatifs et des critiques

Ce que tu dois retenir

Chapitre 1 — Qu'est-ce qu'un essai argumentatif ?

Un essai argumentatif = une opinion + des arguments + des exemples.

Chapitre 2 — Développer ses arguments

Un argument = topic sentence + explication + exemple.

Chapitre 3 — Rédiger une critique

Une critique = résumé + analyse + opinion personnelle.

Chapitre 4 — Enrichir son style

Les mots de liaison sont la colle de ton texte.

Teste-toi

1. What is the purpose of an argumentative essay?

AA. To tell a story
BB. To describe a place
CC. To convince the reader of an opinion
DD. To list facts without opinion
Voir la réponse

Réponse : C — C. To convince the reader of an opinion

An argumentative essay aims to persuade the reader by presenting a clear opinion supported by reasons and examples.

2. Where should the thesis statement appear in an essay?

AA. In the middle of the first paragraph
BB. At the end of the introduction
CC. At the beginning of the conclusion
DD. In the title
Voir la réponse

Réponse : B — B. At the end of the introduction

The thesis statement is typically the last sentence of the introduction, clearly stating the writer's position.

3. Which of the following is a good topic sentence for a body paragraph?

AA. In conclusion, school uniforms are beneficial.
BB. There are many reasons to consider.
CC. Firstly, school uniforms help reduce bullying.
DD. I will now discuss uniforms.
Voir la réponse

Réponse : C — C. Firstly, school uniforms help reduce bullying.

A topic sentence should introduce the main idea of the paragraph. 'Firstly, school uniforms help reduce bullying' clearly states the argument.

4. What should a critique include?

AA. Only positive points
BB. A summary, analysis, and personal opinion
CC. Just a summary of the plot
DD. Only negative points
Voir la réponse

Réponse : B — B. A summary, analysis, and personal opinion

A good critique gives a brief summary, evaluates strengths and weaknesses, and ends with the writer's recommendation.

5. Which linking word shows contrast?

AA. Moreover
BB. Furthermore
CC. However
DD. In addition
Voir la réponse

Réponse : C — C. However

'However' is used to introduce a contrasting idea, while the others add information.

6. Choose the best thesis statement for an essay about school uniforms.

AA. School uniforms are clothes that students wear.
BB. I think school uniforms are good.
CC. School uniforms should be mandatory because they promote equality and reduce distractions.
DD. Some people like uniforms, others don't.
Voir la réponse

Réponse : C — C. School uniforms should be mandatory because they promote equality and reduce distractions.

A strong thesis statement takes a clear position and gives reasons, as in option C.

7. In a critique, what phrase expresses a personal opinion?

AA. The film was released in 2022.
BB. The main character is a teenager.
CC. I found the plot quite predictable.
DD. The movie lasts two hours.
Voir la réponse

Réponse : C — C. I found the plot quite predictable.

'I found the plot quite predictable' is a subjective opinion, while the others are factual statements.

8. Which connector is best to introduce a conclusion?

AA. Firstly
BB. For example
CC. However
DD. To sum up
Voir la réponse

Réponse : D — D. To sum up

'To sum up' is a typical phrase used to start the conclusion, summarizing the main points.

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