Elements of Argumentative Writing

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What is a claim in argumentative writing?

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A statement of what the author is trying to persuade someone to do or believe.

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Why is it important to include a counterclaim in argumentative writing?

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It helps make an argument stronger by proving that the opposing viewpoint is weak.

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What is the definition of intended audience in argument writing?

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The readers that the text is intended to persuade.

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What is evidence in argumentative writing?

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Facts, quotations, examples, anecdotes, and statistics used to support a claim.

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What is a counterclaim?

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An argument that opposes the main claim.

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What is a rebuttal?

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A response to a counterclaim that argues against it.

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What is a thesis statement?

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A sentence that summarizes the main point or claim of an essay.

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What role does evidence play in argumentative writing?

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It supports the claims made and strengthens the argument.

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What is the purpose of argumentative writing?

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To persuade the reader to accept a particular point of view.

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What is a persuasive technique?

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Methods used to convince the audience, such as emotional appeal or logical reasoning.