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What kind of evidence best supports reasons in an argument?

A
All evidence should be reliable and varied, using personal experiences only when relevant.
B
All evidence should be empirical and scientifically proven in order to be more persuasive.
C
All evidence should be open to multiple interpretations to strongly support counterclaims.
D
All evidence should be created by the writer to avoid the repetition and overuse of evidence.
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Which sentences should be removed or revised to eliminate logical fallacies and improve clarity? Select two options.

A
sentence 1
B
sentence 2
C
sentence 3
D
sentence 4
E
sentence 5
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Where should you include supporting evidence in an outline for an argumentative essay? Select two options.

A
in the introduction
B
directly after the claim
C
directly after the reasons
D
as support for the rebuttal
E
in the conclusion
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What is the most important reason to cite evidence in an argumentative essay?

A
to allow readers to learn more about the variety of research available to the public
B
to provide writers the opportunity to officially present the data they have gathered
C
to give credit for the ideas used to the appropriate sources in an organized format
D
to condense the information in the essay into a more reader-friendly arrangement
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Where should the writer include a counterclaim in an argumentative essay?

A
as part of the evidence for the claim
B
immediately following the initial claim
C
after the supporting evidence for the claim
D
as part of the conclusion for the argument
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What is an effective claim in an argumentative essay?

A
a true statement that can be proven using facts and cannot be countered
B
a direct statement that gives an opinion and includes at least two types of evidence
C
a brief statement that summarizes the major reasons and evidence in an argument
D
a clear statement that can be argued in favor of or against using reasoning
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Read the passage.(1) While banning books is not a trendy topic these days, it is still important to acknowledge the outdated and threatening nature of this ongoing practice. (2) The banning of books should be made illegal, based on the rights protected by the First Amendment. (3) If the practice of banning books continues, soon authorities will be banning every other form of media as well. (4) If the Supreme Court has found the banning of books in violation of the Constitution, then who am I to argue?

A
sentence 1
B
sentence 2
C
sentence 3
D
sentence 4
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Read the claim.Human bodies have developed over time to support a vegetarian diet.Read the counterclaim. Humans have eaten meat along with plants for more than two million years, contributing to our successful evolution.Read the rebuttal.Evolution is the process of development over history, meaning that change in diet is constant.

A
It is effective because it creates emphasis by adding reasoning to the claim.
B
It is effective because it provides both empirical and logical supporting evidence.
C
It is ineffective because it does not address or acknowledge the counterclaim.
D
It is ineffective because it does not logically point out a flaw in the counterclaim.
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Which statements are examples of a fair and logical rebuttal to the counterclaim? Select two options.

A
These opponents point to the nearly 60-dollar difference in cost per pupil to a school district, which, in their defense, is quite significant.
B
While tablets are expensive, most buyers can save money in the long run by purchasing e-textbooks instead of print books.
C
The bottom line is that everything costs money, so complaining about the cost of tablets is pointless and unnecessary, especially when student growth is at stake.
D
However, the amount of money districts spend on paper used for copies, which tablets would largely replace, balances the implementation cost.
E
Most students find tablets fun and easy to use, all but guaranteeing an easy transition from print books.
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Which prewriting steps are part of research for an argumentative essay? Select three options.

A
selecting and forming a claim about a specific topic
B
identifying evidence to include to support your reasons
C
investigating counterclaims that go against your claim
D
eliminating logical fallacies, such as circular reasoning
E
citing your research sources using correct MLA format

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