Argumentative Writing

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What is a thesis statement?

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A thesis statement is a sentence that clearly expresses the main claim or argument of an essay, typically found at the end of the introduction.

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What are reasons in argumentative writing?

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Reasons are the explanations or justifications provided to support a claim in an argumentative essay.

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What is argumentative writing?

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Argumentative writing is a type of writing that requires a student to research a topic, take a side, and present a claim supported by evidence.

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What is pathos?

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Pathos is an emotional appeal used in persuasive writing to convince the audience by evoking feelings.

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What is evidence in argumentative writing?

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Evidence includes facts, statistics, authoritative opinions, and data used to support claims in an argumentative essay.

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What is a counterclaim?

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A counterclaim is an argument that opposes the main claim, acknowledging an alternative viewpoint.

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What is ethos?

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Ethos is an appeal to credibility or character, used to persuade the audience by establishing trust.

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What is logos?

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Logos is an appeal to logic and reason, using facts and logical arguments to persuade the audience.

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What is a rebuttal?

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A rebuttal is a response to a counterclaim, providing evidence or reasoning to refute it.

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What is the purpose of an introduction in argumentative writing?

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The introduction sets the stage for the argument, presenting the topic and the thesis statement.