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What does the 'E' in ACEC stand for?

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Evidence

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Which component of ACEC is described as a 'confident or forceful statement of fact or belief'?

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Assertion

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Which of the following is NOT a component of the ACEC structure? A) Assertion B) Evidence C) Commentary D) Conclusion

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D) Conclusion

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What is the purpose of context in analytical writing?

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Context introduces your quoted evidence by explaining who is speaking to whom and what is happening.

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In the ACEC structure, evidence should include ____.

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Direct quotations.

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Define 'Assertion' in the context of ACEC.

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An assertion is a confident statement of fact or belief that serves as the main claim in analytical writing.

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What role does 'Commentary' play in the ACEC structure?

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Commentary explains the significance of the evidence and connects it back to the assertion.

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What is the difference between 'Evidence' and 'Commentary'?

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Evidence provides the factual support for the assertion, while commentary interprets and explains that evidence.

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Why is it important to use direct quotations as evidence?

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Direct quotations lend credibility to your argument and provide clear support for your assertions.

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What is an example of a strong assertion?

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"Climate change is the most pressing issue of our time."