Informational & Argumentative Text Flashcard

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What is an argumentative text?

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A text in which the writer develops and defends a position or debates a topic using logic and persuasion.

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What is a caption?

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A title or short description of a picture.

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What should a conclusion do?

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Sum up the ideas presented.

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Which text structure provides information from the past to most recent?

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Sequence.

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What is the purpose of an informative text?

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To give information.

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What is the definition of a thesis statement?

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

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What is the difference between informative and argumentative texts?

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Informative texts aim to provide information, while argumentative texts aim to persuade the reader of a particular viewpoint.

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What is a persuasive technique?

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A method used in writing to convince the reader of a particular point of view.

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What does it mean to analyze a text?

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To examine the text closely to understand its meaning, structure, and purpose.

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What is a counterargument?

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An argument that opposes the main argument in a text.