RI 6.8 Claims & Arguments Vocab Challenge

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What does it mean to 'trace' evidence in a text?

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To follow or keep track of evidence throughout the text.

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What are an author's 'reasons' in a text?

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A cause or explanation of an action or belief.

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What is an example of a 'claim' an author could make?

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Most people enjoy going to the beach.

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What is 'evidence' in an argumentative text?

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Proof (stats, data, research, facts).

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What is an author's 'argument' in a text?

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The overall claim made by the author.

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What is a 'claim'?

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A statement that asserts something to be true.

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What is 'evidence' used for in writing?

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To support a claim or argument.

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What is the purpose of an author's 'argument'?

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To persuade the reader of a particular point of view.

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What does 'analyze' mean in the context of a text?

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To examine the text closely to understand its meaning and structure.

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What is a 'counterargument'?

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An argument that opposes the main argument.