Argumentative Essay Flashcard

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What is the purpose of an argumentative essay?

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To speak their truth to the reader.

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In which part of the argumentative essay will you include your evidence?

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Body Paragraphs.

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Which of these is NOT a part of an argumentative essay?

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Setting.

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Which quote supports the claim that we should stop using screens for a week?

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

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Which of these phrases would be good to use to cite text evidence?

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According to the text.

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What is an argumentative essay?

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A type of writing that presents a claim and supports it with evidence.

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What is a claim in an argumentative essay?

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A statement that asserts a belief or opinion.

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What is the role of the introduction in an argumentative essay?

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To introduce the topic and present the thesis statement.

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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.

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What is the conclusion in an argumentative essay?

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The final paragraph that summarizes the argument and reinforces the thesis.