Argumentative/Persuasive Text

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What is an Argumentative Text?

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A text where the writer states a claim and provides evidence to support their claim.

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What quote supports the claim that people should stop using screens?

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"Screens cause students to be distracted and then they cannot learn well."

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What does the statement 'The best way to keep your cat from destroying furniture with her claws is to have a scratch post' represent?

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An author's claim.

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What is a claim?

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The position the author takes on a subject.

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What is the best evidence to support the claim about sun protection?

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"You can get horrible skin cancers because of damaging light rays."

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What is the purpose of evidence in an argumentative text?

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To support the author's claim.

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What is a persuasive text?

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A text that aims to convince the reader to agree with the author's point of view.

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What is the difference between a claim and an opinion?

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A claim is a statement that can be supported with evidence, while an opinion is a personal belief.

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Why is it important to provide evidence in an argumentative text?

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To make the argument stronger and more convincing.

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What is a counterargument?

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An argument that opposes the main claim.