Argumentative Essay Terms Review

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What are the correct elements and order of an argumentative essay?

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Thesis, Claims, Reasons, Evidence, Counterclaim, Rebuttal, Conclusion

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What is a claim in an argumentative essay?

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A speaker's opinion or position on a problem or an issue. It's the first sentence or two in a body paragraph.

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What is an argument?

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A claim supported by reasons and evidence.

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What is evidence in the context of an argumentative essay?

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Specific pieces of information that support a claim; can be facts, quotations, examples, statistics, personal experiences, etc.

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What is the purpose of a conclusion in an argumentative essay?

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To convince the reader to agree with your position.

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What is a counterclaim?

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An argument that opposes the main claim, presenting an alternative viewpoint.

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What is a thesis statement?

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A concise summary of the main point or claim of an essay, usually found in the introduction.

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What role do reasons play in an argumentative essay?

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They provide the rationale behind the claim, explaining why the claim is valid.

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What is a rebuttal?

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A response to a counterclaim, providing evidence or reasoning to refute it.

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What is the significance of evidence in an argument?

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It strengthens the argument by providing support and credibility to the claims made.