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Research Workshop: Writing an Argumentative Essay

Question 3 • ALT ENG 11 S2 Common Core ELA 11 2014 - ELA3011 B-CR

Word choice in an argumentative essay should be

Answer
A
simple and general.
B
completely neutral.
C
emotional and exaggerated.
D
formal and precise.

Explanation

An argumentative essay should use language that is formal and precise so the writer’s claims are clear and credible. Simple, general wording can be vague, while emotional exaggeration can weaken an argument; completely neutral wording may also fail to communicate a clear position.

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