Argument Writing

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What are the essential components of an argument?

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Claim, counterclaim, reasons, and supporting evidence.

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What is an example of argument writing in the real world?

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An op-ed in the NY Times asking policymakers to shorten the school day and a short Nike ad featuring Colin Kaepernick.

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What type of appeal uses personal experience and credibility to gain audience trust?

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Ethos.

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What is a writer's subconscious inclination toward a particular judgment called?

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Bias.

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Which type of appeal is primarily used in ASPCA commercials?

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Pathos.

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What is a claim in argument writing?

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A statement that asserts a belief or position.

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What is a counterclaim?

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An argument that opposes the main claim.

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What does supporting evidence refer to in an argument?

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Facts, statistics, or examples that back up the claim.

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What is the purpose of reasoning in an argument?

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To explain how the evidence supports the claim.

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What is pathos in argument writing?

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An appeal to the audience's emotions.