Argumentative Writing

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What is the purpose of an attention grabber in an introduction?

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To engage the reader and make them interested in the topic.

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What is a thesis statement?

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A thesis statement is a sentence that summarizes the main point or claim of an essay.

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What should follow an attention grabber in an introduction?

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Background information to provide context for the argument.

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What is the structure of a body paragraph in argumentative writing?

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A body paragraph should include a topic sentence, evidence, and elaboration.

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What is the difference between evidence and elaboration?

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Evidence supports the argument with facts or quotes, while elaboration explains how the evidence relates to the argument.

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What is the correct way to format a citation in argumentative writing?

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Citations should be formatted correctly, e.g., 'In the article What's in a Name?, the author states...'

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Why is it important to include counterarguments in your writing?

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Including counterarguments shows that you have considered other viewpoints and strengthens your own argument.

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What is the role of a conclusion in argumentative writing?

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The conclusion summarizes the main points and reinforces the thesis statement.

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What is a claim in argumentative writing?

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A claim is a statement that asserts something to be true and is supported by evidence.

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What is the significance of using credible sources in argumentative writing?

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Credible sources enhance the reliability of your argument and provide valid evidence.