Argument Writing

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What is a claim?

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A claim is one sentence in which the writer states his/her position on an issue.

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What is evidence in argument writing?

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Evidence is information such as statistics, facts, definitions, and quotations from experts, that are used to support a reason.

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What does it mean to support a claim?

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To support a claim means to provide reasons and evidence that justify the position taken.

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What is a counterclaim?

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A counterclaim is the position taken by the opposite side in an argument.

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What is the purpose of a thesis statement?

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The thesis statement presents the main argument or claim of the writer in an essay.

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What is an in-text citation?

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An in-text citation is a reference within the text that credits the source of information or evidence.

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What is a reason in argument writing?

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A reason is a statement provided by the writer to justify and support why a claim should be accepted.

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What is the difference between a claim and a reason?

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A claim is the position taken on an issue, while a reason explains why that claim is valid.

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What is a persuasive technique?

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A persuasive technique is a method used to convince the audience of a particular point of view.

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What is a logical fallacy?

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A logical fallacy is an error in reasoning that undermines the logic of an argument.