Argumentative Text

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What is a claim in an argumentative text?

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An opinion about the topic.

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What is the author's opinion in an argumentative text called?

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Claim.

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What is the purpose of an argumentative text?

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To convince the reader.

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What type of evidence supports the claim: 'Students should read outside of school'?

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Reading outside of school can improve reading comprehension.

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What is the main goal of an argumentative text?

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To convince you to believe or do something.

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What is evidence in an argumentative text?

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Facts or details that support the claim.

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What does it mean to persuade in writing?

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To convince the reader to accept a certain viewpoint.

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What is a counterargument?

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An argument that opposes the main claim.

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Why is it important to address counterarguments?

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To strengthen your own argument by showing you understand opposing views.

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What is a thesis statement?

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