Argumentative Essay Components

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Argument

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A position or claim on a topic that is supported by reasons and evidence. It’s what the writer is trying to prove.

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Claim

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The main point or statement that a writer is trying to make in an argument. It’s the answer to a question or a stance on an issue.

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Evidence

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Facts, statistics, expert opinions, examples, or anecdotes that support the claim. It helps convince the reader that the argument is valid.

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Reason

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A statement that explains why the claim is true. It provides the logic behind the argument.

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Thesis Statement

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A one- or two-sentence summary of the main argument or claim in an essay. It’s typically included in the introduction and sets the direction for the entire piece.

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Introduction

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The first part of an argumentative essay where the writer introduces the topic, provides background information, and presents the thesis statement.

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Conclusion

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The final part of an argumentative essay, where the writer summarizes the main points, restates the thesis, and leaves the reader with something to think about.

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Transition Words

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Words or phrases that help guide the reader through the argument, making the writing more coherent. Examples include "therefore," "for example," "on the other hand," and "in conclusion."

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Topic Sentence

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1. a sentence that expresses the main idea of the paragraph in which it occurs.

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Elaboration

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Adding more details or explanation to something, like when you build on a simple idea to make it more complete