Argumentative Review

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What are the characteristics of an argumentative text?

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Facts and evidence.

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What is the purpose of argumentative writing?

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To persuade the reader.

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Is a rhetorical question meant to be answered?

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No.

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What is another definition of claim?

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It is a call to action.

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What is the main idea of an argument called?

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Claim.

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What is an argument?

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A statement that presents a viewpoint and supports it with evidence.

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What is evidence in argumentative writing?

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Facts, statistics, or examples that support a claim.

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What is a counterargument?

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An argument that opposes the main argument.

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What is the role of the audience in argumentative writing?

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The audience is the group of readers that the writer aims to persuade.

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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.