Argumentative Writing Review

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What is an anecdote?

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A short story.

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Why do we need evidence in argumentative writing?

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To support, prove, and explain our claim.

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What is the position of the thesis statement in the introduction paragraph?

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The last sentence.

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What is a counter-claim?

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The opposition's point of view.

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What is a position in argumentative writing?

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A claim.

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What is the purpose of a thesis statement?

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To present the main argument or claim of the essay.

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What is a rebuttal?

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A response to a counter-claim that argues against it.

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What does it mean to make a claim?

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To state an opinion or belief that can be supported with evidence.

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

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To introduce the topic and present the thesis statement.

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What is the conclusion in an argumentative essay?

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The final paragraph that summarizes the main points and restates the thesis.