Argumentative Text

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What is a persuasive technique that appeals to the 'everyone is doing it' mentality?

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Bandwagon appeal

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True or False: Evidence is facts that support your claim.

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True

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What is the statement an author makes about a topic called?

Back

Claim

Front

What is the intended target group for a message?

Back

Audience

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What is information used to back up and support your answer?

Back

Evidence

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What is the purpose of a counterargument in an argumentative text?

Back

To present an opposing viewpoint and strengthen the original argument.

Front

What is the difference between a claim and a reason?

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A claim is the main point or assertion, while a reason explains why the claim is valid.

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What is the role of evidence in an argumentative text?

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To provide support and credibility to the claims made.

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What does it mean to persuade someone?

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To convince someone to accept a particular viewpoint or take a specific action.

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What is a thesis statement?

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A sentence that summarizes the main point or argument of an essay.