Argumentative Essay

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What is the purpose of a counterclaim?

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Shows that you have considered the other side of the argument.

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What is a Counterargument?

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An idea given by the opposing side against the claim given.

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What is the paragraph where facts of the given thesis statements of the essay are written?

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Body

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What is a rebuttal?

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The response counterargument.

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What does an argumentative essay present in order to let the reader know why it is more favorable?

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Evidences for a claim.

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What is an argumentative essay?

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A type of essay that presents arguments about both sides of an issue.

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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 the role of the introduction in an argumentative essay?

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To introduce the topic and present the thesis statement.

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What is the conclusion in an argumentative essay?

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The final paragraph that summarizes the arguments and reinforces the thesis.

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What is the significance of evidence in an argumentative essay?

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It supports the claims made and strengthens the argument.