Parts of an Argument

Front

The problem in an argument is called the____.

Back

issue

Front

A statement the speaker is trying to prove is true that includes their stand, for or against, on an issue is a___.

Back

Claim

Front

Forty percent of students have had their grades improved due to recess breaks. This is an example of___.

Back

Logos

Front

Proof or support from a credible source that supports the reason(s) offered for a claim is called___.

Back

evidence

Front

The illustration of HOW evidence supports a claim is the ___.

Back

Explanation

Front

A counterargument that opposes the main argument is known as a___.

Back

counterclaim

Front

The reasoning or rationale behind a claim is referred to as___.

Back

Reason

Front

A persuasive technique that appeals to the audience's emotions is called___.

Back

Pathos

Front

A logical appeal that uses facts and statistics to support a claim is known as___.

Back

Logos

Front

The conclusion drawn from the evidence presented in an argument is called___.

Back

conclusion