Argumentative Text Unit

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Across
  1. 3. A trustworthy and reliable source of information.
  2. 5. Persuasion using emotions (how it makes you feel).
  3. 9. Persuasion using credibility or trust (who says it).
  4. 10. A statement or claim supported by reasons and evidence.
  5. 12. A word or phrase that connects ideas smoothly.
  6. 13. A sentence that states the writer’s main argument in an essay.
  7. 14. The people the writer is trying to reach or persuade.
  8. 16. An attention-grabbing opening sentence.
  9. 18. The final paragraph that restates the argument and wraps up ideas.
  10. 19. A personal opinion or prejudice that affects fairness.
Down
  1. 1. Trying to convince someone to believe or do something.
  2. 2. A statement that urges the reader to do or think something after reading.
  3. 4. Persuasion using logic and facts (what makes sense).
  4. 6. The author’s response to the counterclaim to show why it’s wrong or weak.
  5. 7. The explanation that connects the evidence to the claim.
  6. 8. The opposite side of the argument; what others might say.
  7. 9. Facts, examples, or quotes that support a claim.
  8. 11. The art of using language effectively to persuade.
  9. 15. The writer’s attitude toward the topic or audience.
  10. 17. The main point or position an author is trying to prove.