Argument Writing

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What does it mean to annotate a text?

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To add notes to a text by highlighting and labeling.

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What is a paraphrase?

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A rewording of something written or spoken by someone else.

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What does the word 'interaction' mean?

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To work with someone or something.

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Which point of view uses the pronouns 'you' and 'yours'?

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Second person point of view.

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What is the purpose of argument writing?

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To present a position and to have an audience adopt or at least seriously consider your argument.

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What is a rebuttal?

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A response to an argument that counters or disagrees with it.

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What is the first person point of view?

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A narrative perspective where the narrator uses 'I' or 'we'.

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What is a summary?

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A brief statement that presents the main points of a text.

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What is the difference between a quote and a paraphrase?

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A quote is the exact words of someone else, while a paraphrase is a rewording of those words.

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What is the role of evidence in argument writing?

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To support claims and persuade the audience.