Elements of Argumentative Writing

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What is a claim in argumentative writing?

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A statement of what the author is trying to persuade someone to do or believe.

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What is a counterclaim?

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A statement that addresses opposing viewpoints.

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What is the intended audience in argument writing?

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The readers that the text is intended to persuade.

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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 purpose of a thesis statement?

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To present the main argument or claim of the essay.

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What does it mean to support a claim?

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To provide evidence or reasons that back up the claim.

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What is an example of a counterclaim to the argument 'Students should wear uniforms'?

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Students need to be able to express themselves.

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What is the difference between a claim and a counterclaim?

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A claim is the author's position, while a counterclaim is an opposing viewpoint.

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What is the role of evidence in argumentative writing?

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To support claims and persuade the audience.

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What is an argument?

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A statement or series of statements that support a claim.