Argumentative Essay Body paragraphs flashcard

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What is the outline for the 1st body & 2nd body paragraph?

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Statement, Evidence, Explain

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What is the outline for the 4th counter-claim paragraph?

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Counter-claim statement, evidence, explain

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Which example is the best example of a statement for a body paragraph?

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Playing video games leads on a limited basis is not long-term health risk.

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What is the counter-claim?

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The opposite side of the argument.

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Which answer is the best example of evidence for the video essay?

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In passage 1, paragraph 4 it states, 'But many of these problems occur when the games are played excessively. Moderate game playing doesn’t usually harm people’s physical health.'

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What is a claim in an argumentative essay?

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A statement that asserts a position or argument.

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What is the purpose of evidence in an argumentative essay?

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To support the claim and provide credibility to the argument.

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What does it mean to explain in a body paragraph?

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To clarify how the evidence supports the claim.

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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 is the role of a conclusion in an argumentative essay?

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To summarize the main points and restate the thesis.