Argument Writing Terms

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What does it mean to give a reason in argument writing?

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Give a statement to support or back up the claim.

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How do you know evidence is taken from the text?

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You use quotes.

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Which of these options is an example of a direct quote citation?

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Thomas Jones often says, "only a human can experience what being in space feels like, and only a human can communicate this to others."

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Facts, quotations, examples, anecdotes, and statistics can all be used as _______________.

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evidence.

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What must a claim be?

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arguable.

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What is a claim in argument writing?

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A statement that asserts a position or belief that can be supported with evidence.

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What is the purpose of a counterclaim?

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To present an opposing viewpoint to the main claim.

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What is the role of evidence in argument writing?

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To support and validate the claim being made.

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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 difference between a fact and an opinion?

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A fact can be proven true or false, while an opinion is a personal belief.