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What is unique about an argumentative essay is that you do not just give reasons to support your point of view. You must also discuss the other side’s reasons and then rebut them. TRUE / FALSE
TRUE
Rebut means to point out problems with the other side's reasons to prove that they are not good reasons. TRUE / FALSE
TRUE
The argumentative essay must include an opposing viewpoint that is called...
COUNTERARGUMENT
A statement that explains why the counterclaim point of view is wrong.
REFUTATION / REBUTTAL
A strong thesis statement for an argument essay states __________ ____________on the issue.
CLEAR POSITION / PERSONAL OPINION
An argumentative thesis does not need to be supported by evidence. TRUE / FALSE
FALSE
Make a prediction. Suggest results or consequences. Suggest a solution, make a recommendation, or call for action. INTRODUCTION / CONCLUSION
CONCLUSION
Keep it concise, avoiding new information. INTRODUCTION / CONCLUSION
CONCLUSION
It includes a hook, connecting information, and the thesis statement. INTRODUCTION / CONCLUSION
INTRODUCTION
What is the term for admitting the opposing viewpoint is somewhat true?
rèfutation
rebuttal
acknowledgement
counterargument
What part of the essay is this? While replacing libraries with tablets may seem like a simple solution, it would encourage people to spend even more time looking at digital screens, despite the myriad issues surrounding them.
ACKNOWLEDGE
REFUTATION
PERSONAL OPINION
COUNTERARGUMENT
Each body paragraph should focus on many main ideas. True or False?
False!
