Argumentative

Writing that supports a claim with reasons and evidence is...

• a claim

• an argument

• a reason

• a rebuttal

Examples, facts, and expert quotes that support the reason is the...

• reason

• claim

• counterclaim

• evidence

An opposing claim is the...

• claim

• reason

• counterclaim

• rebuttal

A statement that a counterclaim or criticism is not true is the...

• counterclaim

• claim

• rebuttal

• argument

The following transitional phrases/words are used to...

• introduce a claim

• introduce a counterclaim

• introduce evidence

• conclude

The following transitional phrases/words are used to...

• introduce a counterclaim

• introduce evidence

• introduce a claim

• conclude

"Dogs are better pets than cats" is an example of a...

• reason

• evidence

• claim

• rebuttal

What is the primary purpose of an argumentative essay?

• To entertain the reader

• To inform the reader

• To persuade the reader

• To describe a process

Which of the following is a characteristic of a strong argument?

• It relies on emotional appeal

• It includes personal anecdotes

• It is based on evidence and logic

• It avoids addressing counterarguments

In an argumentative essay, what is the role of a counterclaim?

• To support the main claim

• To provide background information

• To present an opposing viewpoint

• To summarize the argument