Argumentative Writing

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What is the purpose of evidence in argumentative writing?

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Evidence supports your claims and helps persuade the audience by providing facts, statistics, authoritative opinions, and data.

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What is a Bandwagon fallacy?

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The Bandwagon fallacy is the faulty assumption that the opinion of the majority is always valid.

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What is a rebuttal in argumentative writing?

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A rebuttal is when you address the counterclaim by explaining why it is wrong.

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Where should you state your claim in an argumentative essay?

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You should always state your claim in your thesis statement.

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What is a counterclaim?

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A counterclaim is the opposite side of an argument to the one you are taking.

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Define 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 is the role of a conclusion in argumentative writing?

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The conclusion summarizes the main points and reinforces the thesis, leaving a lasting impression on the reader.

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What is an ad hominem argument?

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An ad hominem argument attacks the person making the argument rather than addressing the argument itself.

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What is a sweeping generalization?

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A sweeping generalization is a fallacy that occurs when a conclusion is drawn from an overly broad premise.

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What is the significance of addressing counterclaims?

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Addressing counterclaims strengthens your argument by showing that you have considered opposing viewpoints.