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This AP English Language study guide covers the argumentative essay, focusing on crafting clear, reasoned arguments supported by evidence and analysis. It explores taking a stand (agreement, disagreement, qualification, combination) and emphasizing nuance and complexity. The guide also covers building arguments using global awareness and provides key vocabulary. Finally, it reviews exam format (multiple choice, FRQs), focusing on rhetorical analysis, argumentation, and synthesis, and offers test-taking strategies and practice questions.
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What is the primary goal of an argumentative essay? 🤔
To narrate a personal story
To present a clear, reasoned argument supported by evidence
To describe a topic without taking a position
To confuse the reader with multiple viewpoints