Argument Writing

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What is Argument Writing?

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Argument writing is a type of writing where the author takes a stance on an issue and supports it with evidence and reasoning.

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What is a Counter Argument?

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A counter argument is the opposing viewpoint or argument that challenges the author's main argument.

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What is a Call to Action?

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A call to action is a statement that urges the reader to take a specific action related to the argument.

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CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.5

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What are C.A. sentence starters?

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C.A. sentence starters are phrases used to introduce a counter argument, such as 'Although some might say...'.

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What are C.C.A. sentence starters?

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C.C.A. sentence starters are phrases used to introduce a counter counter argument, such as 'Stronger research suggests...'.

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Where should the C.A. and C.C.A. be placed in a body paragraph?

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The C.A. and C.C.A. should be placed in the second and third sentences of a body paragraph.

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CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.7.2

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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 argument.

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What is the purpose of evidence in argument writing?

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Evidence supports the author's claims and helps persuade the reader by providing facts, statistics, or examples.

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What is a concluding sentence?

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A concluding sentence wraps up the paragraph and reinforces the main argument or point made.

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CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

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What is the role of reasoning in argument writing?

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Reasoning explains how the evidence supports the claim, helping to clarify the author's thought process.

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CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.7.1