Elements of Argumentative Text

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What are the main points made in your essay to justify your claim?

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Reasons

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What is a claim in an argumentative text?

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A statement that asserts a viewpoint or position, such as 'It is important to buy books for the library.'

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What is a rebuttal?

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A response to the counterclaim that weakens the opposing view.

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What is a counterargument?

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An argument or viewpoint that opposes the main argument or viewpoint.

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What is evidence in an argumentative text?

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Facts, statistics, or examples that support the claim.

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What does it mean to support a claim?

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To provide reasons and evidence that back up the claim.

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What is the purpose of an argumentative text?

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To persuade the reader to accept a particular viewpoint or action.

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What is a conclusion in an argumentative text?

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The final part that summarizes the argument and reinforces the claim.

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What is the difference between a claim and a counterclaim?

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A claim supports a viewpoint, while a counterclaim opposes it.

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What role does audience play in argumentative writing?

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Understanding the audience helps tailor the argument to persuade them effectively.