Argumentative Essay

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What is a clincher?

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The last sentence of a piece of writing that leaves the reader with a memorable and powerful statement.

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What is an explanation in an argumentative essay?

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A literary device used to prove why the evidence supports the claim.

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What is NOT part of a reliable source?

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Authors that want to persuade you.

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What is an essay?

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A multiple paragraph writing about a specific topic that contains an introduction with thesis statements, multiple body paragraphs, and a concluding paragraph.

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What is a thesis statement?

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A sentence in an essay that clearly explains what the essay is about, typically located at the end of the introductory paragraph.

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What is a hook in an essay?

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An engaging opening statement designed to grab the reader's attention.

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What is a counterclaim?

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An argument that opposes the main claim in an argumentative essay.

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What is a topic sentence?

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A sentence that expresses the main idea of a paragraph.

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What is evidence in an argumentative essay?

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Facts, statistics, or examples that support the claim.

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What is the purpose of a conclusion paragraph?

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To summarize the main points and reinforce the thesis statement.