Argumentative Writing Review

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What is argumentative writing?

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Argumentative writing is persuasive.

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What is a counter-claim?

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A counter-claim is the opposition's point of view.

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What is a hook in writing?

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A hook is an attention-getter.

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What does a reason support?

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A reason supports a claim.

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What are pros and cons?

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Pros and cons are 'for' and 'against'.

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What is the purpose of argumentative writing?

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The purpose is to convince the reader of a particular viewpoint.

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What is a claim in argumentative writing?

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A claim is a statement that asserts a belief or opinion.

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Why is it important to address counter-claims?

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Addressing counter-claims strengthens your argument by showing you understand opposing views.

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What is a thesis statement?

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A thesis statement is a sentence that summarizes the main point or claim of an essay.

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What role do evidence and examples play in argumentative writing?

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Evidence and examples support claims and make arguments more convincing.