Argumentative Writing Review

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What is argumentative writing?

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Argumentative writing is persuasive.

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What does a reason support?

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A reason supports a claim.

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What is an anecdote?

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An anecdote is a short story.

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What is a claim?

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A claim is a position.

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What is a position in writing?

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A position is a claim.

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What is the purpose of argumentative writing?

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The purpose is to persuade the reader to accept a particular viewpoint.

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What is a counterargument?

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A counterargument is an argument that opposes the main claim.

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What is a rebuttal?

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A rebuttal is a response to a counterargument.

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What is the main idea of an argumentative essay?

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The main idea is the central claim that the writer is trying to prove.

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What is the role of evidence in argumentative writing?

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Evidence supports the claim and strengthens the argument.