Question

Which statement best describes the introduction of an argumentative essay? It acquaints readers with the topic and sets up the ideas that will be presented. It establishes the main point of the essay and tells readers what the writer’s position is. It ties the essay together and tells readers what they have learned and should take away. It fleshes out the argument and includes counterclaims and evidence from research.

Answer 1

The correct option is this: THE INTRODUCTION ACQUAINT THE READERS WITH THE TOPIC  AND SETS UP THE IDEAS THAT WILL BE DISCUSSED.
The introductory part of an argumentative essay is usually used to introduce the topic that will be discussed to the reader, to give background information about the topic and to set up the ideas that the writer wants to use in the write up.

Answer 2

The correct answer is: It establishes the main point of the essay and tells readers what the writer’s position is

An argumentative essay refers to an essay in which the writer persuades the reader of his/her stance or point of view on a given issue. An example of an argumentative essay could be arguing against the current gun laws in the United States. In the introduction of an argumentative essay, it is important that the writer includes a thesis statement, which clearly and concisely states the main claim of the essay, and he stance of the writer- in this case arguing against current gun laws. Thus, an effective introduction in an argumentative essay must establish the main point of the essay and tell the reader what the writer’s position is.