Argumentative Writing

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What is argumentative writing?

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A type of writing that presents a claim or argument and supports it with evidence and reasoning.

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What is a thesis statement?

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

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What is formal language?

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Language that is more structured and follows standard grammar rules, often used in academic writing.

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What is informal language?

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Casual language that may include slang and is often used in everyday conversation.

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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 comes first in a body paragraph?

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The topic sentence.

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What is evidence in argumentative writing?

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Facts, statistics, or examples that support the argument.

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What is explanation in argumentative writing?

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A clarification of how the evidence supports the argument.

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When should you use formal language?

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In academic essays, professional communication, and formal presentations.

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When is informal language appropriate?

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In casual conversations, text messages, and personal letters.