Persuasive Essay

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What are the parts of the conclusion in a persuasive essay?

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Re-statement of claim, summary of main points, strong ending

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Should you list your reasons in your introduction?

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True

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What do you use to defend your position in a persuasive essay?

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Reasons and evidence

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What is the purpose of the claim in a persuasive essay?

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To state your opinion and the reasons for your opinion

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Why is it important to include the counterargument in your essay?

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It helps prove your claim by proving the opposite side of the argument is weak.

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What is a persuasive essay?

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A type of writing that aims to convince the reader of a particular point of view.

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What is the role of the introduction in a persuasive essay?

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To introduce the topic and present the thesis statement.

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What is a thesis statement?

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A sentence that summarizes the main point or claim of the essay.

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What are supporting details in a persuasive essay?

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Facts, examples, and reasons that support the main claim.

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What is a counterargument?

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An argument that opposes the main claim, presented to show understanding of different perspectives.