Argumentative Essay Writing

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When should you cite your sources?

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Any time you insert evidence.

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The most important sentence in your essay is the _____?

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Thesis sentence.

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How many pieces of evidence should be used in each body paragraph?

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2.

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What is the purpose of an argumentative essay?

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To persuade the reader.

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What is the other side of the issue (opposite of your claim) called?

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Counterclaim.

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What is a thesis statement?

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A sentence that summarizes the main point or claim of an essay.

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What is a hook in an essay?

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An engaging opening sentence that grabs the reader's attention.

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What is a rebuttal?

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A response to a counterclaim that argues against it.

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What structure should an argumentative essay follow?

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Introduction, body paragraphs, and conclusion.

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What is the role of the conclusion in an argumentative essay?

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To summarize the main points and reinforce the thesis.