CBA 3.1

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What is a counterargument in a persuasive essay?

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A counterargument is an opposing viewpoint or argument that challenges the main argument presented in a persuasive essay. For example, 'Some people may argue that exercise is time-consuming and difficult to fit into their busy schedules.'

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What is chronological order?

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Chronological order is the arrangement of events in the order they occur in time. For example, 'First, get your materials. Then, make your dough. Lastly, cook your dough at 400 degrees for 10 minutes.'

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What is the main purpose of a persuasive essay?

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The main purpose of a persuasive essay is to convince the audience to agree with the writer's point of view. For example, Arjun's goal in his essay is 'To convince his friends to agree with his point of view.'

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What can you infer if a character is getting ready to walk to school and their mother says, 'I love you. Be careful'?

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You can infer that the character lives close to school, as the mother expresses care and concern.

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What is a diagram?

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A diagram is a graphic feature that visually represents information or data, often used to explain concepts or processes.

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What is the definition of persuasive writing?

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Persuasive writing is a form of writing where the author aims to convince the reader to accept a particular point of view or take a specific action.

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What is the purpose of using graphic features in writing?

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Graphic features, such as diagrams, tables, and maps, help to visually organize information and make complex ideas easier to understand.

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What does it mean to infer information from a text?

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To infer information means to draw conclusions based on evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements in the text.

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What is the difference between a fact and an opinion?

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A fact is a statement that can be proven true or false, while an opinion is a personal belief or judgment that is subjective.

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What is the role of a thesis statement in an essay?

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A thesis statement presents the main argument or claim of the essay and guides the direction of the writing.