Argumentative Writing

Argumentative Writing

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English, Other

7th Grade

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1.

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Front

What is an anecdote?

Back

A short, personal story relating to the topic used to grab the reader's attention.

2.

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Front

What is a body paragraph?

Back

A paragraph that contains fully developed reasons, explanations, counterarguments, and rebuttals.

3.

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Front

What is data in argumentative writing?

Back

Organized information presented in number form.

4.

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Front

What is a counterargument?

Back

Ideas that are presented to oppose an argument.

5.

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Front

What is background information in an argumentative essay?

Back

A short description of the argumentative issue or problem.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a thesis statement?

Back

A statement that presents the main argument or claim of the essay.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a claim?

Back

A statement that asserts something to be true, which is then supported by evidence.

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