Argumentative Text

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What are the three main purposes of an author's writing?

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To persuade, to inform, and to entertain.

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What is the term for the statement an author makes about a topic?

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Claim

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What does it mean to summarize a text?

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To reduce large sections of text to their essential points and main idea.

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What is a counterargument?

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An argument that opposes the main claim or argument.

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What is the importance of checking the credibility of a source?

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To ensure the information is reliable and trustworthy.

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What is the author's purpose when writing an argumentative text?

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To convince the reader of a particular viewpoint.

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What is evidence in the context of an argumentative text?

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Facts, statistics, or examples that support a claim.

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What does it mean to paraphrase a text?

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To restate the text in your own words while maintaining the original meaning.

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What is the difference between a claim and a reason?

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A claim is the main point the author is trying to make, while a reason supports that claim.

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What role does the background of the author play in evaluating a source?

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It helps determine the author's expertise and potential bias.