What is an argumentative essay?

Question

Question 12 options:

An essay that presents both sides of an issue.

An essay that presents one side more favorably so a reader can be swayed.

An essay that presents a complete picture as a means of convincing a reader to see a specific point of view.

All of the above.

Answer 1

The best choice for defining an argumentative essay is:

An essay that presents one side more favorably so a reader can be swayed.

While argumentative essays may mention opposing viewpoints, their primary purpose is to advocate for a specific position and persuade the reader to accept that perspective. Therefore, the correct answer is not "all of the above" since not all options accurately describe the primary goal of an argumentative essay.