Argument Terms

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What is a rebuttal?

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Evidence that disputes or disagrees with the counterclaim and supports your original claim.

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What is a counterclaim?

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A position taken by someone with an opposing viewpoint.

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What is a claim in an argument?

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The point a writer or speaker is arguing.

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What are reasons in an argument?

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The points that explain why the author is making a certain claim.

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What is the purpose of a counterclaim?

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To present an opposing viewpoint to the original claim.

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How does a rebuttal strengthen an argument?

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By providing evidence that contradicts the counterclaim.

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What is the relationship between a claim and a counterclaim?

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A claim is the main argument, while a counterclaim presents an opposing viewpoint.

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What role do reasons play in supporting a claim?

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They provide justification and explanation for the claim being made.

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What is the difference between a claim and an opinion?

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A claim is a statement that can be supported with evidence, while an opinion is a personal belief.

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What is an argument?

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A set of statements or reasons that support a conclusion.