Argumentative Essay

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The topic sentence in the body paragraph is the _______ sentence.

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First

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What is the purpose of a hook sentence?

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To get your reader interested in your essay.

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In which paragraph is the thesis statement found?

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Introduction

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What two paragraphs in your essay should look similar?

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Introduction and Conclusion

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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 an argumentative essay?

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A type of writing that presents a claim and supports it with evidence and reasoning.

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What is the role of the conclusion in an argumentative essay?

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To summarize the main points and reinforce the thesis.

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What is a rebuttal?

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A response to a counterargument that refutes it.

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What is the significance of evidence in an argumentative essay?

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Evidence supports claims and strengthens 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 essay.