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Writing an Argument Reading Persuasive Texts
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Support consists of ...
a conclusion drawn from too little evidence
the position the other side takes in the argument
the reasons and evidence given to support a claim
figurative language such as similes, metaphors, and personification
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True/False: An unsupported inference is a guess based on evidence and prior knowledge
True
False
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Evidence can be...
writing that tries to sway the readers' feelings or beliefs
a person's beliefs, feelings, or opinions on a specific issue
facts, expert opinions, or examples that back up a claim
inaccurate facts that lead to false conclusions
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Stereotyping is:
using numbers and scientific jargon to promote mystique of technology
directing a message toward an individual or a group
using emotionally charged words to evoke strong feelings
an unfair and unsupported belief about a group of people
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Which is NOT considered strong evidence?
expert opinions
personal observations
statistics
widespread rumor
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What do transition words do?
support claims
hook your reader
draw conclusions
link ideas
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What are reasons?
words with strongly positive or negative connotations
words that sound like the noise they are describing
declarations made to justify an action
facts that can be proven by experts
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Which of the following would NOT be considered evidence?
reasons
examples
facts
opinions
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What is one thing you should include in your persuasive essay's introduction?
inferences and quotations
strong reasons and evidence
development of claims
a controlling idea that includes your topic and opinion
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What is a claim?
the writer's position on an issue or problem
evidence that brings you to a general idea
a writer's credibility with an audience
a counterargument
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What is one thing persuasive texts rely on?
attacking the person
logical appeals
bandwagon appeals
celebrity testimonials
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What is an overgeneralization?
making a complex situation seem simpler than it is
a generalization that is too broad
attacking the person rather than the argument
a broad statement about people based on things like race, age, or gender
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When should you revise your persuasive essay?
It's the last step before hitting "publish"
During the brainstorming process
After editing it
After finishing the first draft
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Where should you develop your claims?
development of claims occurs in the body paragraphs
development of claims occurs in the introduction
It is not necessary to develop claims in a persuasive essay.
development of claims occurs in the conclusion
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What is the appropriate style and tone when writing a persuasive essay?
Style and tone do not matter as long as you are right!
confrontational and defensive
direct, formal
casual, informal
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What is a synonym for persuade?
convince
all of the above
urge
coax
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What is a counterargument?
a dangerous type of overgeneralization
a conclusion drawn from too little evidence
a guess that is not supported by the evidence provided
an argument made to respond in advance to likely objections
