Argumentative Text Review

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What is an argumentative text?

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A text where the author states an opinion, position, or claim

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What is an argument?

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A reason or set of reasons made to persuade others

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What is a claim?

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The author's position

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What is a counter-argument or counter-claim?

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The opposing side's argument

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What is supporting evidence?

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How the author supports his claim

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What are facts?

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statements you can prove

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What is an expert opinion?

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statements made by trained, knowledgable specialists

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What is data?

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Information gather scientifically

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What is an anecdote?

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short, true stories that help the author explain their argument

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What is a personal observation?

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The writer's own experience