Argumentative Writing

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What is argumentative writing?

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

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What is a claim in argumentative writing?

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A statement that asserts a belief or opinion that can be supported with evidence.

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What is a counterclaim?

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The opposing viewpoint or argument that challenges the original claim.

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What is the purpose of a rebuttal?

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To refute or counter an opposing argument or counterclaim.

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What does it mean to persuade in writing?

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To convince the reader to accept a particular point of view or take a specific action.

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What is evidence in argumentative writing?

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Facts, statistics, examples, or expert opinions used to support a claim.

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What is the role of emotional appeal in an argument?

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To persuade the audience by appealing to their emotions, such as fear, happiness, or anger.

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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 essay.

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What are the components of a strong argument?

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A clear claim, supporting evidence, a counterclaim, and a rebuttal.

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What is the significance of citing sources?

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To give credit to the original authors and to provide credibility to the argument.