Question

argumentative writing
the grammatical errors in this passage are intentional.

1. one type of expository writing is argumentative. (2) it is when the writer takes

a stance on an issue and includes evidence to support his side of the argument.
(3) it is imperative for the writer to state his claim on the particular topic. (4) the
claim should include his reasons. (5) without reasons the argument is invalid.
(6) each body paragraph elaborate on each reason mentioned in the claim. (7) in
addition, body paragraphs must contain cited text evidence with commentary. (8)
the commentary describes how the evidence connects to the claim. (9) should
be twice as long as the evidence. (10) even if the evidence is paraphrased, it still
needs to be cited. (11) a proper citation in mla format includes the author’s last
name followed by the page number where the evidence is found.
(12) to make the argument credible, the writer must also include a counterclaim.
(13) this is where he acknowledges the opposite side of his claim with a rebuttal.
(14) a rebuttal refutes why the opposing viewpoint is incorrect or flawed.
(15) once the refutation is complete, it is time for the writer to conclude his
argument by summarizing the main points he explained to defend his stance. (16)
the conclusion should not repeat, (17) the claim or reasons word - for - word. (18)
instead, it should restate the claim and reasons using different verbiage. (19) the
last sentence of an argumentative essay should be a call - to - action. (20) it is what
inspires the reader to be proactive and make a difference like the writer has
what change should be made in sentence 5?
a add a semicolon after reasons
b add a comma after reasons
c add a colon after reasons
d add a comma after is

Explanation:

To determine the correct change for sentence 5 ("Without reasons the argument is invalid"), we analyze punctuation rules. A comma is needed after "reasons" to separate the prepositional phrase "Without reasons" from the main clause "the argument is invalid" for clarity. A semicolon (A) is incorrect as it would separate two independent clauses, but "Without reasons" is not an independent clause. A colon (C) is inappropriate here as it's not introducing a list or explanation. Adding a comma after "is" (D) would disrupt the clause structure. So the correct choice is B.

Answer:

B. add a comma after reasons