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While revising an argumentative essay, a writer should

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include anecdotes and personal “I” statements.
B
focus on including opinions more than evidence.
C
make sure each paragraph has a clearly stated point.
D
make the writing friendly and informal, engaging readers.
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Which statement best describes the introduction of an argumentative essay?

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The introduction acquaints readers with the topic and sets up the ideas that will be presented.
B
The introduction establishes the focus of the essay and tells readers what the writer’s position will be.
C
The introduction ties the essay together and tells readers what they have learned and should take away.
D
The introduction fleshes out the argument and includes counterclaims and evidence from research.
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What is the second step in the prewriting process for an argumentative essay?

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forming a claim
B
finding evidence
C
creating an outline
D
developing an opinion
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Which question can help a writer analyze a prompt and develop a claim for an argumentative essay?

A
Does the conclusion restate the claim?
B
What is the main purpose of the essay?
C
Is supporting evidence included?
D
Is the claim clearly stated?
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Read the introduction to an argumentative essay about entrepreneurs and free enterprise.Mary Kay Ash wanted to write a book about women in business. Instead, what transpired was a business plan for Mary Kay, Inc., a cosmetics company. In a free enterprise system, people like Mary Kay Ash have the opportunity to make their own economic decisions and create their own influential businesses.The introduction is effective because it

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provides a brief background about the essay’s subject.
B
describes the life of a person many readers will know.
C
summarizes the topic and restates the writer’s position.
D
begins the essay with an interesting anecdote or story.
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Which statement is an example of an effective claim for an argumentative essay?

A
The free enterprise system has forced some people out of business, allowing only large wealthy companies and people to succeed.
B
The purest form of the free enterprise system does not include any government interference or restrictions.
C
Producers decide which goods to sell, while consumers decide which goods to buy in the free enterprise system.
D
I believe the free enterprise system is the best economic system and should be adopted all around the world.
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What are reputable sources for an argumentative essay about the free enterprise system? Check all that apply.

A
commercial websites from entrepreneurs selling products
B
government-sponsored websites about a market economy
C
university websites that explain several economic systems
D
primary sources that focus on the history of the economy
E
blogs written by students who are studying economics
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Read this excerpt from an argumentative essay.In a free enterprise system, companies can become more successful by beating their competitors in service and pricing. Mary Kay Ash’s innovative business plan used her reduced costs and her loyal, home-based sales team to beat the competition at providing cosmetics to American women.The excerpt has an effective style and tone because it is

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formal and objective.
B
casual and friendly.
C
strong and passionate.
D
subjective and opinionated.
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During the revision phase for an argumentative essay, a writer should

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create a clear argument.
B
check the style and tone.
C
write a strong conclusion.
D
search for facts and evidence.
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argumentative
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informative
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narrative

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