Elements of Persuasive Writing

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Persuasion:

Back

the action of persuading someone to do or believe something

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.8.8

Front

A strong argument presents a claim, supports it, and addresses opposing viewpoints with counterarguments.

Back

True

Front

Writer's position on an issue.

Back

Claim

Front

Reason and evidence backing a claim.

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Support

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CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

Front

An argument addressing the opposite viewpoint with more evidence is a ______.

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Counterargument

Front

A direct claim sounds like a suggestion.

Back

False

Front

"Vitamins are good for you." is an example of a...

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direct claim

Front

Indirect claims are not simply stated.

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False

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

"Take your vitamins -- feel the difference." is an example of...

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indirect claim

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CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.5

Front

Persuasive techniques are used in arguments.

Back

True