Argumentative Writing

Front

What is the main point of an author's argument called?

Back

Claim

Front

What are the points the author makes to support the claim called?

Back

Reasons

Front

What are examples, facts, and expert quotes used to support reasons called?

Back

Evidence

Front

What are words that help connect the information in the text called?

Back

Transitions

Front

What term means to prove a statement, position, or claim is wrong or false?

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Refute

Front

What is a statement that opposes the main claim called?

Back

Counterclaim

Front

What is the conclusion of an argument?

Back

The final statement that summarizes the argument and reflects the author's position.

Front

What is the purpose of evidence in argumentative writing?

Back

To support the reasons and strengthen the claim.

Front

What are the three main components of an argumentative essay?

Back

Claim, reasons, and evidence.

Front

What is a rebuttal?

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A response to a counterclaim that argues against it.