Writing and Argumentation Terms

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Topic sentence

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The sentence in a paragraph that states the main idea.

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Supporting details

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Facts, reasons, and examples that explain a main idea in a paragraph.

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Elaboration

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Adding details to explain more.

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Concluding sentence

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The last sentence in a paragraph.

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Argument

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A statement used to persuade others.

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Claim

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An argument you are making.

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Evidence

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Something that is used to support an argument.

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Reason

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Explains why the evidence supports the claim.

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Informational Text

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A type of nonfiction writing that provides factual information.

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Reflection

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Thinking or writing about your own thoughts and experiences.