Argumentative Essay Review

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What is the purpose of an argumentative essay?

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To persuade the reader.

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Where should a thesis statement appear in an argumentative essay?

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In the first paragraph.

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Which paragraph is the only one that should contain cited evidence?

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Body Paragraph.

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What are the main components of an argumentative essay introduction?

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Hook, Background information, and Claim.

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What is a counterargument?

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An argument made to address likely objections.

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What is a hook in an essay?

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A hook is a statement or question designed to grab the reader's attention.

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What is background information in an argumentative essay?

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Context or details that help the reader understand the topic.

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What is a claim in an argumentative essay?

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A statement that asserts a position or argument.

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What is evidence in an argumentative essay?

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Facts, statistics, or examples that support the claim.

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What is the conclusion of an argumentative essay?

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The final paragraph that summarizes the argument and reinforces the thesis.