Analyzing Claims, Evidence, and Reasoning

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What does 'develop the argument' mean?

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Adding more evidence and reasoning in each paragraph of the essay.

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Why do authors write arguments?

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To convince other people to agree with their claim.

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What is a counter-argument?

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Reasons the author gives to reply to a counter claim.

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What does representation on television mean?

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When the characters match the people in the general population.

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What is a counter claim?

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Something people who disagree with the author might say.

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What is the purpose of evidence in an argument?

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To support the claim and persuade the audience.

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What is reasoning in the context of an argument?

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The logical explanation that connects the evidence to the claim.

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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 the role of a thesis statement in an argument?

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It presents the main claim or position of the essay.

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What is the difference between a claim and a counter claim?

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A claim supports the author's position, while a counter claim presents opposing views.