Argumentative Writing

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What are transition words?

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Transition words are words or phrases that help to retain the reader's attention and connect ideas in writing.

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CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

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What is a hook in writing?

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A hook is an attention-getter used at the beginning of an essay to engage the reader.

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What is a position in argumentative writing?

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A position is the claim or stance you take on a topic.

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What must a thesis be supported by?

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A thesis must be supported by evidence.

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What does a reason support in an argument?

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A reason supports a claim.

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CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.7.1

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What is the purpose of a counterargument?

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A counterargument presents an opposing viewpoint to challenge the main argument.

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What is a rebuttal?

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A rebuttal is a response to a counterargument that defends the original claim.

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What is the role of evidence in argumentative writing?

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Evidence provides support for the claims made in an argument.

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What is a claim?

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A claim is a statement that asserts something to be true, which can be supported by evidence.

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What is the importance of a conclusion in an argumentative essay?

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The conclusion summarizes the main points and reinforces the thesis.