Argumentative Texts

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What is an argumentative text?

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A text in which the writer develops and defends a position or debates a topic using logic and persuasion.

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What is a fact?

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Something that actually exists and can be proven true.

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What is an opinion?

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A personal belief or judgment that is not based on proof.

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What is evidence in an argumentative text?

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Information or facts that support a claim or argument.

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What does it mean to support a claim?

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To provide evidence or reasons that back up a statement or argument.

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What is a counterargument?

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An argument that opposes the main argument or claim.

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What is the purpose of a conclusion in an argumentative text?

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To summarize the main points and reinforce the argument.

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What is a thesis statement?

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

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What is persuasive language?

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Words and phrases used to convince the reader of a particular viewpoint.

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What role do statistics play in argumentative texts?

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They provide numerical evidence to support claims.