Argument Writing Flashcard Preview

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Your opinion or argument is a(n)

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Claim

Front

First sentence in writing to grab attention

Back

Hook

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Where does the claim go?

Back

In the first paragraph.

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The _____________ states the argument the writer is trying to prove.

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Claim

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Purpose of argument writing?

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To persuade/convince

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Claim: Bugs are nutritious and can address hunger in the U.S.

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True

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What indicates the main idea of a paragraph?

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Topic Sentence

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Reasons to discuss in a paragraph?

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1

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What is "relevant" evidence?

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Evidence closely related to your claim.

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Not a form of evidence:

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A counterclaim