Argument Writing

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What is a paraphrase?

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A rewording of something written or spoken by someone else.

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What does the word 'interaction' mean?

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To work with someone or something.

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What does it mean to annotate a text?

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To add notes to a text by highlighting and labeling.

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What is a counterclaim?

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The opposite of the author's claim or the opposing argument.

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What is a claim in argument writing?

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A thesis statement or main argument backed up with evidence.

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What is the purpose of a rebuttal?

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To argue against a counterclaim or opposing argument.

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What is evidence in argument writing?

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Facts, statistics, or examples that support a claim.

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What is a thesis statement?

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A sentence that summarizes the main point or claim of an essay.

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What does it mean to support an argument?

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To provide evidence or reasoning that backs up a claim.

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What is a credible source?

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A reliable and trustworthy source of information.