Argument Review

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Why is it important for your thesis to have 2 reasons?

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So each reason can be a topic sentence/ topic of discussion for one of my 2 body paragraphs.

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What should your evidence do?

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BACK UP your claim.

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What is commentary?

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Connects your evidence to your claim. Your time to shine and explain.

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The significance statement is also known as _______

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Why it matters, Why it matters statement.

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Your first paragraph should focus on your...?

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First reason (from your thesis/claim).

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What is a thesis statement?

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A concise summary of the main point or claim of the essay.

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What is the purpose of a topic sentence?

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To introduce the main idea of a paragraph.

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What role does evidence play in an argument?

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It supports and validates the claims made in the argument.

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What is the difference between evidence and commentary?

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Evidence provides support for a claim, while commentary explains the significance of that evidence.

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What is a counterargument?

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An argument that opposes the main argument or claim.