Argumentative Text

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What is a 'Counterclaim'?

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The opposing/opposite point of view; it is an argument against the first claim.

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What is a reliable source?

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A credible or believable source.

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What does the author's position refer to?

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The author's belief or stance on a particular issue.

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What is a claim?

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A statement the author is trying to prove, usually supported by evidence.

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Which quote supports the claim that people should stop using screens?

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"Screens cause students to be distracted and then they cannot learn well."

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What is the purpose of an argumentative text?

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To persuade the audience to accept a particular point of view.

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What is evidence in an argumentative text?

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Facts, statistics, or examples that support a claim.

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What is the role of the audience in argumentative writing?

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The audience is the group of readers or listeners that the author aims to persuade.

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What is a thesis statement?

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

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What is the difference between a claim and a counterclaim?

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A claim is the author's main argument, while a counterclaim is the opposing argument.