Argumentative Essay Writing

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What is an argumentative essay?

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A 5 paragraph essay where you state your position on an issue and provide supporting reasons.

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Support claims with all EXCEPT:

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D. bias opinions

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Thesis statement location in an argumentative essay?

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A. Introduction

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Other side of the issue (opposite of your claim) is called?

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Counterargument

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Part where reasons/explanations for the introduction are presented.

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B. Body Paragraphs

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Where should a thesis statement appear in an essay?

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A. first paragraph

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Three parts of an essay:

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Introduction, Body (3 paragraphs), Conclusion.

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Transition for counterargument:

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A. However

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Purpose of an argumentative essay?

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To persuade the reader.

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Not part of an argumentative essay introduction:

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D. Evidence