Argumentative Text Worksheet

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What is an argumentative text?

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A text that presents a claim on a debatable issue and attempts to persuade others.

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What is a claim in argumentative text?

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The writer or speaker's position on a debatable issue.

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What is a rebuttal?

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An attempt to disprove a point made by the opposition in an argumentative text.

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What are reasons in an argument?

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Reasons are statements that support the claim and explain why it is valid.

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What is evidence in an argument?

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Evidence includes details, facts, examples, statistics, and expert opinions that support the claim.

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What is a strong argument characterized by?

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A strong argument includes a clear claim and supporting evidence.

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What is the purpose of an argumentative text?

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To persuade the audience to accept a particular point of view on a debatable issue.

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What is a counterargument?

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An argument that opposes the main claim, addressing the opposing viewpoint.

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Why is addressing counterarguments important?

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It strengthens the original argument by showing that the writer has considered other viewpoints.

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What is persuasive language?

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Language that is designed to convince the reader of a particular point of view.