Argumentative CBA review

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What is evidence in an argumentative context?

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Evidence is facts that support your claim.

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How should a title be formatted?

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A title needs to be italicized and capitalized.

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What is a refute?

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A refute demonstrates why the counterargument is wrong.

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What is bandwagon appeal?

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A persuasive technique used in media messages that appeals to the 'everyone is doing it' mentality.

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What is a counterargument?

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A counterargument is an argument that opposes your main argument.

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What is the purpose of a thesis statement?

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A thesis statement presents the main argument or claim of an essay.

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What does it mean to revise a sentence?

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To revise a sentence means to improve its clarity, coherence, and conciseness.

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What is the significance of using credible sources in an argument?

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Credible sources enhance the reliability and persuasiveness of your argument.

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What is a claim in an argumentative essay?

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A claim is a statement that asserts something to be true.

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What role do transitions play in argumentative writing?

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Transitions help to guide the reader through the argument and connect ideas.