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| The main point of the writing. A claim defines the goal of your writing, and it must be argumentative, meaning there must be multiple viewpoints on it. |
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| The cause, explanation, or logic an author uses to create their claim. |
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| The reference to facts, testimony, documentation, etc., that support the author's claim and reasons. These often need to be cited. |
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| A claim that goes against the author's original argumentative claim. Authors should consider counterclaims and provide reasons and evidence why they don't agree. |
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| When the author provides reasons and evidence that the counterclaim is incorrect or insufficient. |
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| Students should have to wear uniforms... |
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| ... because they make it easier to get ready for school, create a sense of community, and prevent distraction. |
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| School uniforms create a sense of community because they decrease the chance of bullying (Fact, 2016, pg.101). |
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| Students should not have to wear uniforms because they decrease student individuality... |
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| Uniforms do not decrease individuality because students can still choose jewelry, makeup, hairstyles, shoes, etc. |
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