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UNIT 1 Vocab
Argumentative Writing Vocab
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| CLAIM | A sentence that shows how a writer feels about a topic |
| ARGUMENTATIVE WRITING | The author is trying to persuade the reader to agree with him/her. |
| COUNTERCLAIM | The claim that is opposite of yours; does not agree with your opinion |
| SUPPORT | Text evidence that helps prove your claim is correct |
| RACE | R-Restate, A-Answer, C-Cite, E-Explain |
| AUTHOR'S PURPOSE | The author's reason for writing |
| PERSUASION | Trying to convince someone to agree with you |
| EVIDENCE | Facts or information that support the author's claim |