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What is the minimum number of paragraphs an argumentative essay should have?

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5

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What do we call examples, facts, and expert quotes that support a reason in an argumentative essay?

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Evidence

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What is a possible counterclaim to the argument that women should be on the face of money?

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The redesign of the $100 note issued in October 2013 took about 14 years.

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What is the purpose of transitional phrases like 'First of all' and 'Secondly' in an argumentative essay?

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To introduce a claim

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What do transitional phrases like 'This means' and 'This shows' help to do in an argumentative essay?

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Explain a quote or information you have paraphrased.

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What is an argumentative essay?

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A type of writing that presents a claim and supports it with evidence and reasoning.

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What is a claim in argumentative writing?

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A statement that asserts a belief or position that can be supported with evidence.

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What is a counterclaim?

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An argument that opposes the main claim in an argumentative essay.

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What role does evidence play in argumentative writing?

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It supports the claim and helps persuade the audience.

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What are transitional words and phrases?

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Words that help connect ideas and guide the reader through the argument.