Argument Writing

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What is a hook in writing?

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A hook is the first sentence in a piece of writing used to grab the reader’s attention right away.

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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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What 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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What is a formal claim?

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A formal claim is a statement that presents an argument, such as 'We should explore space.'

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How do we know a claim is strong?

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A claim is strong if it is debatable.

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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 a piece of writing.

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What is the purpose of evidence in argument writing?

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The purpose of evidence is to support the claim and persuade the reader.

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What does it mean to cite a source?

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To cite a source means to give credit to the original author or source of information used in your writing.

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What is a counterclaim?

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A counterclaim is an argument that opposes the main claim.

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Why is it important to address counterclaims?

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Addressing counterclaims strengthens your argument by showing you have considered different perspectives.