Claims and Counterclaims

Front

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

Back

Thesis Statement

Front

What is a written or verbal response to a counterclaim?

Back

Rebuttal

Front

What is a solid and reasonable argument that opposes or disagrees with your claim?

Back

Counterclaim

Front

What are specific facts or specific evidence used to support why your claim is true?

Back

Support

Front

What term describes where you stand on the topic?

Back

Position

Front

What is the main argument or assertion that you are trying to prove in your writing?

Back

Claim

Front

What is the term for the evidence or reasoning that supports your claim?

Back

Support

Front

What is the term for a statement that contradicts your claim?

Back

Counterclaim

Front

What is the purpose of a rebuttal in an argument?

Back

To respond to and refute a counterclaim.

Front

What is the role of evidence in supporting a claim?

Back

To provide factual support that validates the claim.