Argumentative Essay Terms

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What is a 'con'?

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An argument opposed to or against a proposal; negative.

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What is 'evidence'?

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The specific pieces of information that support a claim; can be facts, quotations, examples, statistics, personal experiences, etc.

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What is a 'pro'?

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An argument in favor of a proposal; positive.

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What is a 'rebuttal'?

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When you respond directly to your opponent's argument and show why they are wrong.

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What is the 'central idea'?

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What a text is mostly about; the main idea.

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What is a 'claim'?

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A statement that asserts something to be true, which can be supported by evidence.

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What is an 'argumentative essay'?

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A type of writing that presents a position on an issue and supports it with evidence and reasoning.

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What is a 'counterclaim'?

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An argument that opposes the main claim, presenting an alternative viewpoint.

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What is the 'audience' in an argumentative essay?

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The group of readers or listeners that the writer is addressing.

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What is a 'reason'?

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A statement that explains why a claim is true, often supported by evidence.