Argumentative Texts

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What is the main argument for including sports classes in middle school?

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Research shows that sports increase student interest in school.

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Define persuasion in the context of argumentative texts.

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To make (someone) agree, understand, or realize the truth of something.

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What role does evidence play in an argumentative text?

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Evidence is information from the text that proves or supports the speaker's claim.

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What is a claim in an argumentative text?

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The opinion that the author gives in an argumentative text.

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What is the author's claim regarding Halloween in the provided paragraph?

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Moving Halloween to a Saturday is a good idea.

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What are the key components of an argumentative text?

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Claim, evidence, counterargument, and conclusion.

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How can one effectively persuade an audience?

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By using logical reasoning, emotional appeals, and credible evidence.

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What is a counterargument?

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An argument that opposes the main claim or argument presented.

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Why is it important to address counterarguments in an argumentative text?

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Addressing counterarguments strengthens the author's position by showing consideration of opposing views.

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What types of evidence can be used in argumentative writing?

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Statistics, expert opinions, anecdotes, and factual information.