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 does it mean to persuade someone?

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To make (someone) agree, understand, or realize the truth of something.

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What is a fact?

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Truths that are verifiable.

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What is an opinion?

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A personal belief or judgment that is not founded on proof or certainty.

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What is a claim in an argumentative text?

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A statement that asserts something to be true, which can be supported by evidence.

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What is evidence in an argumentative text?

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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 or claim.

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Why is it important to address counterarguments?

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Addressing counterarguments strengthens your position by showing you have considered other viewpoints.

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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 role do transitions play in argumentative writing?

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