Argumentative Passages

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What is an argumentative passage?

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An argumentative passage is a type of writing that presents a claim or position on a topic and supports it with evidence and reasoning.

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What is a claim in an argumentative passage?

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A claim is a statement or assertion that expresses the writer's position or opinion on a particular issue.

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What is evidence in an argumentative passage?

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Evidence consists of facts, statistics, examples, or expert opinions that support the claim made in the passage.

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What does it mean to support a claim?

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To support a claim means to provide evidence and reasoning that backs up the assertion being made.

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What is the purpose of an argumentative passage?

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The purpose is to persuade the reader to accept a particular viewpoint or to take action based on the argument presented.

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Who is the intended audience for an argumentative passage?

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The intended audience is the group of people the writer aims to persuade or inform with their argument.

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What is a counterargument?

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A counterargument is an opposing viewpoint or argument that challenges the main claim.

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Why is it important to address counterarguments?

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Addressing counterarguments strengthens the original argument by showing that the writer has considered other perspectives.

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What is a thesis statement?

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A thesis statement is a sentence that summarizes the main point or claim of an argumentative passage.

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What role do transitions play in an argumentative passage?

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Transitions help to connect ideas and guide the reader through the argument, making it easier to follow.