Argumentative Writing

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What is a claim?

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The writer’s position that they are trying to prove.

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Which sentence states the writer’s claim? (1) The school tardiness policy needs to be revised. (2) Students should not be punished for circumstances that are out of their control. (3) For instance, the city buses tend to run late in the wintertime. (4) Students should not be forced to wake up an hour early just to be sure that they’re not five minutes late.

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Sentence 1.

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Which sentence gives a reason that supports the writer’s claim? (1) The school tardiness policy needs to be revised. (2) Students should not be punished for circumstances that are out of their control. (3) For instance, the city buses tend to run late in the wintertime. (4) Students should not be forced to wake up an hour early just to be sure that they’re not five minutes late.

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Sentence 2.

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Why is it important to 'cite' textual evidence?

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To use evidence from the text to support your answer.

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What is information used to back up and support your answer?

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Evidence.

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What is an argument?

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A statement or series of statements that support a claim.

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What is a counterargument?

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An opposing viewpoint or argument that challenges the main claim.

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What does it mean to 'analyze' a text?

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

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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 the purpose of a hook in writing?

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To grab the reader's attention at the beginning of an essay.