Argumentative Writing

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An argument is an opinion backed by _________________.

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evidence and reasons

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An argumentative essay is a type of essay that presents arguments about _______________.

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both sides of an issue

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The author takes one side of the argument and supports it with _______________.

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reasons and evidence

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Counterclaim

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Statement opposing claim (the other side)

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Rebuttal

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Reason why counterclaim is not as strong as original claim

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What is the purpose of a HOOK?

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To get the reader interested in reading your writing.

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CER stands for...

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Claim, Evidence, Reasoning

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Read the introduction paragraph below: Imagine you were a refugee and a mother struggling to keep your baby from drowning in the water. Would you give her away to a stranger in another refugee boat? I believe Mahmoud and his mother did not do the right thing by giving Hana away because of many unforeseen consequences. Some of these include being kidnapped, killed, sold, never seeing her family again, and being taken back to Syria. At the moment it may seem like the right choice, but what if it’s not? What is the underlined sentence?

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The hook

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What is the underlined sentence in the introduction paragraph? I believe Mahmoud and his mother did not do the right thing by giving Hana away because of many unforeseen consequences. Some of these include being kidnapped, killed, sold, never seeing her family again, and being taken back to Syria. At the moment it may seem like the right choice, but what if it’s not? Options: The evidence , The hook, The claim, The arguement

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The claim

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What is the underlined sentence in the introduction paragraph about Mahmoud and his mother giving Hana away?

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The argument