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What is a claim in an argumentative text?

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An opinion about the topic.

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What is an example of a fact that would persuade someone to adopt a cat?

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Cats live for an average of 16 years.

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What is the purpose of an argumentative text?

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To convince you to believe or do something.

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What is the term for the opinion that the author gives in an argumentative text?

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Claim.

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What is the main goal of an argumentative text?

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To convince the reader.

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What type of evidence supports a claim?

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Facts, statistics, and examples.

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What is a counterargument?

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An argument that opposes the main claim.

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Why is it important to address counterarguments in an argumentative text?

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To strengthen your own argument by showing you understand opposing views.

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What is the role of evidence in an argumentative text?

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To support the claim and persuade the reader.

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What is a persuasive technique used in argumentative writing?

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Emotional appeal.