Claims and Counterclaims

Front

What is the term for specific facts or evidence used to support why your claim is true?

Back

Support

Front

What are words used to show the end of a section and the beginning of a new section?

Back

Transition words

Front

What is a statement or sentence that states the purpose of a paper or essay?

Back

Thesis Statement

Front

What is the name of a work of art or literary composition?

Back

Title

Front

What are direct quotes and/or information taken from a source/text to back up a claim?

Back

Evidence

Front

What is a statement that opposes the main claim?

Back

Counterclaim

Front

What is the response to a counterclaim that argues against it?

Back

Rebuttal

Front

What is the main argument or assertion that one is trying to prove?

Back

Claim

Front

What is the term for the overall argument or position taken in a piece of writing?

Back

Position

Front

What is the purpose of a thesis statement in an essay?

Back

To outline the main argument or point of the essay.