Argumentative essay

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What is the purpose of an argumentative essay?

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To persuade the reader.

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What is the structure of body paragraph #1 in an argumentative essay?

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Topic sentence (claim #1), evidence, explanation, concluding sentence.

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Using evidence to support your claim makes your ideas ____________.

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Stronger.

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What is the purpose of a counterclaim in an argumentative essay?

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Shows that you have considered the other side of the argument.

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Identify the statement that is NOT a reason in an argumentative essay.

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School uniforms are the better choice for three reasons.

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What is a claim in an argumentative essay?

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A statement that asserts a viewpoint or position.

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What is evidence in the context of an argumentative essay?

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Facts, statistics, or examples that support a claim.

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What is a rebuttal?

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A response to a counterclaim that argues against it.

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What is the role of a conclusion in an argumentative essay?

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To summarize the main points and reinforce the argument.

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What is a thesis statement?

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A sentence that summarizes the main point or claim of an essay.