Argument Writing

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Argument

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Making a claim supported by logic.

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Persuasion

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Making a claim and supporting it using feelings and emotions

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Claim

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The position you're trying to get readers to accept.

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Evidence

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Fact that supports your claim

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Analysis or Justification

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Statement explaining how evidence supports the claim.

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Counterclaim or counterargument

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Challenging the argument by addressing the position of someone who may not agree.

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Rebuttal or Refutation

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Demonstrating why the counter-argument is wrong

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Audience: Who is affected by the topic and who will read the essay?

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Who is affected by the topic and who will read the essay?