Argumentative Writing Review

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What is argumentative writing?

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A type of writing that presents a claim or position on an issue and supports it with evidence and reasoning.

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What is a claim in argumentative writing?

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A statement or assertion that expresses a viewpoint or argument that can be supported with evidence.

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What is evidence in argumentative writing?

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Facts, statistics, examples, or expert opinions used to support a claim.

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What is a reason in argumentative writing?

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An explanation that supports a claim, detailing why the claim is valid.

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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 rebuttal?

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A response to a counterclaim that argues against it, reinforcing the original claim.

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What are transitional phrases?

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Words or phrases that help to connect ideas and guide the reader through the argument.

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What is the purpose of an introduction in argumentative writing?

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To present the topic, state the claim, and outline the main points of the argument.

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What is the conclusion in argumentative writing?

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The final part that summarizes the argument and reinforces the main claim.

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What is the role of statistics in argumentative writing?

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To provide quantitative evidence that supports a claim and adds credibility.