Argumentative Text Lesson Test

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What is a logical fallacy?

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An error in the reasoning of the argument that represents weaknesses or flaws in an argument.

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What is a claim?

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An opinion or belief about a topic that is arguable.

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What is inductive reasoning?

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A type of reasoning that involves making generalizations based on specific observations or examples.

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What is the significance of Ms. Gutierrez's birthday in the context of the argument?

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It provides a specific example to illustrate how to use factual information in an argument.

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How do you spell 'inductive reasoning'?

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inductive reasoning

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What is the purpose of an argumentative text?

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To persuade the reader to accept a particular point of view or argument.

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What is a counterargument?

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An argument that opposes the main argument, used to show that the writer has considered other viewpoints.

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What is evidence in an argument?

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Facts, statistics, or examples that support a claim.

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What is a thesis statement?

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

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What is the role of a conclusion in an argumentative text?

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To summarize the main points and reinforce the argument.