Thesis Statements Flashcards
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Closed
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The main idea of the argument that also previews the major points the writer intends to make. It is “closed” because it limits the number of points the writer will make
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Open
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Does not list all the points the writer intends to cover in an essay
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Counter argument
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A summary of a counterargument is usually qualified by “although” or “but” precedes the writer’s opinion
- Although the Harry Potter series may have some literary merit, its popularity has less to do with storytelling than with merchandising
