Argumentative Essay

Argumentative Essay

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English

8th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an argumentative essay?

Back

An argumentative essay is a type of writing that presents a clear position on a topic and supports it with evidence and reasoning.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the goal of an argumentative essay?

Back

The goal is to persuade the reader to agree with the writer's viewpoint or at least understand it.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does an argumentative essay typically include?

Back

An introduction with a thesis statement, body paragraphs with arguments and counterarguments, and a conclusion.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

A claim is a statement that asserts a position or viewpoint or the side of an argument the writer supports and proves by providing evidence. The claim is typically presented in the thesis statement and is backed up by evidence and reasoning in the body paragraphs

Back

The claim is typically presented in the thesis statement and is backed up by evidence and reasoning in the body paragraphs.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Rhetoric

Back

writing or language used in the writing to to persuade the reader based on reasoning, credibility, and emotions. The person who is speaking to an audience may use all three if needed.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

persuasive language used to appeal to a person's emotions or feelings

Back

Pathos

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