Terms from Argumentative Essay Writing

Front

Conclusion about a text, topic, event, or idea.

Back

claim

Front

A topic from society with differing opinions.

Back

Issue

Front

Relevant logic, data, and facts supporting the thesis.

Back

Evidence

Front

Who reads your essay?

Back

Audience

Front

A statement explaining how evidence supports and connects to the claim.

Back

Bridge

Front

Challenging an argument by addressing opposing views. AKA - counterargument

Back

Counterclaim

Front

Demonstrating why the counter-argument is wrong (rebuttal)

Back

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