Argumentative Writing

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What is a claim?

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The writer’s position that they are trying to prove.

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What is a personal belief about something?

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Opinion.

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What is an argument?

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A discussion that involves opposing views on an issue; a fact or statement offered as proof or evidence.

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What are facts that use numbers and statistics called?

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Data.

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What are facts, expert opinions, examples, or other details that back up a reason or claim?

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Evidence.

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What is the purpose of a thesis statement in argumentative writing?

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To clearly state the writer's main argument or position.

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What is a counterargument?

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An argument that opposes the writer's claim.

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What is the role of evidence in an argument?

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To support the claim and persuade the audience.

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What is a reason in argumentative writing?

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A statement that explains why the claim is true.

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What is the difference between a fact and an opinion?

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A fact is a statement that can be proven true, while an opinion is a personal belief.