Argumentative Essay Flashcard

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What is an argument?

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A claim that has evidence and explanation.

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What is a counterclaim?

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Acknowledgement of the other side’s argument that disagrees with your claim.

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What is an explanation/bridge?

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Connects and explains evidence to the claim.

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What is evidence?

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The facts that support your reason.

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What is a hook, or lead?

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A sentence that gets the reader's attention.

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What is a thesis statement?

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

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What is a rebuttal?

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A response to a counterclaim that argues against it.

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What is the purpose of a conclusion in an essay?

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To summarize the main points and reinforce the thesis.

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What is a persuasive technique?

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A method used to convince the reader of a particular point of view.

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What is a topic sentence?

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A sentence that expresses the main idea of a paragraph.