Argumentative Text Flashcard!

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What is a fact?

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A fact is a piece of information that is true and can be proven.

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What is an opinion?

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An opinion is a personal belief or judgment that is not based on proof.

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What is the purpose of an argumentative essay?

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The purpose of an argumentative essay is to persuade the reader.

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What is parallelism in writing?

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Parallelism is when an author uses repetition of ideas, words, or phrases that sound alike to emphasize a point.

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What type of evidence best supports a claim?

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Evidence that is based on research or factual data best supports a claim.

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What is a claim in an argumentative text?

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A claim is a statement that asserts something to be true, which can be supported by evidence.

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What is a counterargument?

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A counterargument is an argument that opposes the main argument or claim.

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Why is it important to use evidence in an argumentative essay?

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Using evidence strengthens the argument and makes it more convincing to the reader.

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What is a thesis statement?

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A thesis statement is a sentence that summarizes the main point or claim of an essay.

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What does it mean to persuade?

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To persuade means to convince someone to believe or do something.