Argument Essay flashcards

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Argument Essay

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Essay in which the author states a claim which he/she has to prove with evidence

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claim

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This statement is found in the first paragraph at the end of paragraph. This statement is the opinion that the author is trying to prove.

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topic sentence

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This sentence is the first sentence in the paragraph. It does not include data. It is supported in the paragraph with evidence from credible sources.

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Supporting evidence

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This information backs up the claim and topic sentence with data, direct quotes, paraphrases from the article - from a credible source.

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counterclaim

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This is the opposing side. The writer has to include the opposing side of this argument in the second to last paragraph.

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rebuttal

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This is usually found in the same paragraph as the counterclaim. In fact, this usually follows the counterclaim. This is where the author argues back against the counterclaim.

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hook/magnetic lead

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The opening sentence of the essay. Questions, anecdotes, direct quotations are examples of this.

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conclusion

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The last paragraph of the essay which restates the claim and the reasons used to support the claim.