Argumentative Essays

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What is a claim in an argumentative essay?

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A claim explains the topic, gives your opinion, and lists the main reasons.

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Which phrase is best to use when citing text evidence?

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According to the text,

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Where is the counterclaim typically placed in an argumentative essay?

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The counterclaim is placed at the beginning of the fourth paragraph.

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What is NOT a thesis statement?

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A thesis statement is NOT a summary.

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What claim does the following evidence support? Teachers stay late at work many times a week. Teachers plan and grade student work while they are home at night. Teachers spend many hours on weekends planning lessons for the week.

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In my opinion, teachers work very hard.

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What is the purpose of a thesis statement in an argumentative essay?

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The thesis statement presents the main argument of the essay.

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What is a counterclaim?

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A counterclaim is an argument that opposes the main claim.

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Why is it important to provide evidence in an argumentative essay?

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Evidence supports your claim and strengthens your argument.

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What is the role of the conclusion in an argumentative essay?

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The conclusion summarizes the main points and reinforces the thesis.

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What does it mean to refute a counterclaim?

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To refute a counterclaim means to argue against it and provide evidence to support your position.