Argumentative Text

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What is an Argumentative Text?

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A type of writing that presents a claim and supports it with reasons and evidence to convince the reader.

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What is a claim in an Argumentative Text?

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An opinion about the topic that the author is trying to prove.

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What is an opposing opinion?

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The viewpoint that disagrees with the author's claim.

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What is a counterclaim?

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

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What is the purpose of an Argumentative Text?

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To convince the reader to believe or do something.

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What is evidence in an Argumentative Text?

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Facts, statistics, or examples that support the author's claim.

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What is a reason in an Argumentative Text?

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A statement that explains why the claim is true or valid.

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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 persuasive language?

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Words and phrases used to convince the reader of the author's point of view.

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CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.4.8

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.5.8

CCSS.RI.6.8

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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.