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An effective argumentative essay must provide evidence because

A
evidence appeals to the reader's sense of logic.
B
the evidence will be used to support the counterclaim.
C
a conclusion cannot be made without it.
D
it explains the source of the claim.
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Read the thesis statement about offshore drilling for oil.Offshore drilling will decrease the United States’ dependency on foreign oil. Which evidence supports the author's claim?

A
The US does not have enough oil to meet its demand, so offshore reserves would have little impact.
B
Americans need to decrease their energy consumption and begin exploration of renewable energy sources.
C
The environmental impact of offshore drilling comes at too great a cost.
D
Offshore reserves could supply the US with energy needs for two years.
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Read the introduction and first paragraph of an essay about energy sources.(1) The nation's energy use is largely dependent on fossil fuels. (2) These fuels are nonrenewable resources, and they cause pollution. (3) We cannot continue our reliance on a fuel that will eventually run out. (4) Thus, we must find other ways to sustain our energy demands. (5) Pursuing alternative fuel sources is the key to solving our energy crisis.(6) Currently, about 1 percent of energy in the United States is produced by the sun, and solar energy has the potential to become a more widely used energy source. (7) Through different technologies, such as solar cells, scientists have learned to use the sun’s radiation to create electricity. (8) Solar energy is both inexhaustible and clean. (9) The major limit to this alternative source is that equipment is expensive. (10) Developing a cost-effective way to harness the power of the sun will be a significant development in solving our energy crisis. Which sentence is the author's thesis statement?

A
sentence 1
B
sentence 2
C
sentence 5
D
sentence 6
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A thesis statement should include

A
a statement for all parts of an argument.
B
a reason that supports a claim.
C
evidence such as details and relevant facts.
D
an effective counterclaim.
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Read the introduction and first paragraph of an essay about energy sources.(1) The nation's energy use is largely dependent on fossil fuels. (2) These fuels are nonrenewable resources, and they cause pollution. (3) We cannot continue our reliance on a fuel that will eventually run out. (4) Thus, we must find other ways to sustain our energy demands. (5) Pursuing alternative fuel sources is the key to solving our energy crisis.(6) Currently, about 1 percent of energy in the United States is produced by the sun, and solar energy has the potential to become a more widely used energy source. (7) Through different technologies, such as solar cells, scientists have learned to use the sun’s radiation to create electricity. (8) Solar energy is both inexhaustible and clean. (9) The major limit to this alternative source is that equipment is expensive. (10) Developing a cost-effective way to harness the power of the sun will be a significant development in solving our energy crisis. Which statement introduces a new counterclaim to the author’s position?

A
Batteries are being developed to harness the sun's power for use at a later time.
B
The production of solar energy is relatively quiet, reducing noise pollution.
C
Solar panels can be placed in remote areas, which is more cost effective than installing high-voltage wires.
D
The use of solar energy is especially limited in areas that do not get regular sunlight.
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Which is a step in writing an argumentative speech?

A
Select only the evidence that supports the claim.
B
Address the cons against the claim in a single paragraph at the end.
C
Establish a position and focus solely on evidence that supports the claim.
D
Make a list of pros and cons for the claim.
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Read the introduction and first paragraph of an essay about energy sources.(1) The nation's energy use is largely dependent on fossil fuels. (2) These fuels are nonrenewable resources, and they cause pollution. (3) We cannot continue our reliance on a fuel that will eventually run out. (4) Thus, we must find other ways to sustain our energy demands. (5) Pursuing alternative fuel sources is the key to solving our energy crisis.(6) Through different technologies, such as solar cells, scientists have learned to use the sun’s radiation to create electricity. (7) Currently, about 1 percent of energy in the United States is produced by the sun, and solar energy has the potential to become a more widely used energy source. (8) Solar energy is both inexhaustible and clean. (9) The major limit to this alternative source is that equipment is expensive. (10) Developing a cost-effective way to harness the power of the sun will be a significant development in solving our energy crisis. Which sentence references a counterclaim against the use of solar energy?

A
sentence 3
B
sentence 7
C
sentence 8
D
sentence 9
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Jamie is writing a letter to the mayor, arguing that the nighttime curfew for youth under eighteen should be eliminated. Which is the best evidence to support her claim?

A
Curfews are just another form of restriction that will cause more teens to rebel, breaking both parental and community rules.
B
Many young people have part-time jobs after school, and it is unreasonable to expect parents to take them to and from work.
C
A curfew that is consistently upheld will help protect vulnerable children who need to be out late.
D
Young people should be allowed to stay out with their friends as long as they are engaging in appropriate activities.
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Read the thesis statement about text messaging.Text messaging while driving is dangerous, and making it against the law in many states would be a good idea.Which is the best revision of the underlined portion of the sentence?

A
which is why many states are implementing laws to ban the practice.
B
and it is causing quite a bit of controversy between the states.
C
but it is not gaining enough media attention to stop the practice.
D
thus many people are opting to stop using their cell phones in cars.
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Read the introduction and first paragraph of an essay about energy sources.(1) The nation's energy use is largely dependent on fossil fuels. (2) These fuels are nonrenewable resources, and they cause pollution. (3) We cannot continue our reliance on a fuel that will eventually run out. (4) Thus, we must find other ways to sustain our energy demands. (5) Pursuing alternative fuel sources is the key to solving our energy crisis.(6) Currently, about 1 percent of energy in the United States is produced by the sun, and solar energy has the potential to become a more widely used energy source. (7) Through different technologies, such as solar cells, scientists have learned to use the sun’s radiation to create electricity. (8) Solar energy is both inexhaustible and clean. (9) The major limit to this alternative source is that equipment is expensive. (10) Developing a cost-effective way to harness the power of the sun will be a significant development in solving our energy crisis. Which is an alternative piece of evidence that supports the idea that solar energy could play a part in solving the energy crisis?

A
Solar energy is not a suitable solution for all climates due to shorter hours of daylight.
B
Solar power requires a large area for the solar panels, which may be a problem in urban areas.
C
Solar energy already serves an important role in providing electricity to remote areas.
D
With continued support, solar energy will clearly become the energy of the future.

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