Argument

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What is a claim?

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A claim states what you are arguing for and about.

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What is the main purpose of an argument?

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The main purpose of an argument is to persuade.

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What is an emotional appeal?

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An emotional appeal is a persuasive technique that appeals to the reader's feelings of fear, sympathy, or vanity.

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What can be used to support a claim?

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Reasons, examples, and evidence can all be used to support a claim.

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Which of the following cannot be included in an argument?

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Thoughts cannot be included in an argument.

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What is an argument?

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An argument is a statement or series of statements that presents a position on an issue.

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What is evidence in an argument?

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Evidence consists of facts, statistics, or examples that support a claim.

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What is a counterargument?

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A counterargument is an argument that opposes the main argument.

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What is a logical appeal?

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A logical appeal is a persuasive technique that uses reasoning and facts to convince the audience.

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What is the role of a thesis statement in an argument?

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