Argumentative Text

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What is an argumentative text?

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An argumentative text is a type of writing where the author presents a side of an argument and supports it with evidence.

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What does evidence in an argumentative text refer to?

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Evidence refers to facts, statistics, or examples that support the author's argument.

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What is the main purpose of an argumentative text?

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The main purpose is to persuade the reader to accept a particular point of view.

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Where can you typically find the evidence in an argumentative text?

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Evidence is usually found in the body paragraphs.

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What is the conclusion paragraph in an argumentative text?

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The conclusion paragraph summarizes the main points and restates the claim.

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What is a claim in an argumentative text?

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A claim is the main point or argument that the author is trying to prove.

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What does it mean to restate the claim?

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To restate the claim means to repeat the main argument in a different way, usually in the conclusion.

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What is the role of the introduction in an argumentative text?

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The introduction presents the topic and states the author's position.

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What are counterarguments?

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Counterarguments are opposing viewpoints that the author addresses to strengthen their own argument.

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Why is it important to use facts in an argumentative text?

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Using facts helps to support the author's argument and makes it more convincing.