Front

The writer presents a claim on a controversial issue and uses evidence to support the claim.

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argumentative writing

Front

Which is the best sentence to serve as an example of a thesis statement? Options: Standardized tests get on my nerves., Students should not have to take standardized tests., Standardized tests should be banned because students don't like them., Standardized tests should be eradicated because they are time consuming and produces test anxiety.

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Standardized tests should be eradicated because they are time consuming and produces test anxiety.

Front

Which of these is NOT a part of an argumentative essay? Introduction, Conclusion, Body paragraphs, Setting

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Setting

Front

Evidence

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the available body of facts or information indicating whether a belief or proposition is valid

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

Front

How do we remember author's purpose?

Back

PIE

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.6

CCSS.RI.8.6

CCSS.RI.8.9

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

Front

What is the purpose of a persuasive essay?

Back

Front

"hooks" the readers and encourages them to keep reading

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lead

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CCSS.RI.11-12.10

CCSS.RI.6.10

CCSS.RI.7.10

CCSS.RI.8.10

CCSS.RI.9-10.10

Front

What is your purpose if you get an informative essay?

Back

inform

Front

data, logic, or facts that support the thesis

Back

evidence

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

Front

What is the purpose of an argumentative essay?

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persuade