Argumentative Text

Front

What is evidence?

Back

Information from the text that proves or supports the speaker's claim.

Front

In an Argumentative Text, what is the author's opinion called?

Back

Claim.

Front

What is the purpose of an Argumentative Text?

Back

To convince you to believe or do something.

Front

What is the role of evidence in an argumentative text?

Back

To support the author's claim.

Front

What evidence supports the claim: Students should read outside of school?

Back

Reading outside of school can improve reading comprehension.

Front

What is a claim in an argumentative text?

Back

A statement that expresses the author's position or opinion.

Front

What is a counterclaim?

Back

An argument that opposes the author's claim.

Front

What does it mean to persuade?

Back

To convince someone to believe or do something.

Front

What is a thesis statement?

Back

A sentence that summarizes the main point or claim of an argumentative text.

Front

What is a rebuttal?

Back

A response to a counterclaim that argues against it.