Argument Writing Vocabulary

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What is evidence?

Back

facts, statistics, stories, examples, scenarios, and quotations that support your claim

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What is a counter argument?

Back

the opposite of your claim -- what people who disagree with you would say

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What is a rebuttal?

Back

your response to the counter argument

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What is a claim?

Back

the central idea you're trying to convince someone to agree with

Front

The main purpose of any argument is to ________________.

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persuade 

Front

The opposite point of view that is arguing against you in an argument is the ____________________.

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counter argument

Front

A position on an issue is your________________.

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claim

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PERSUADE

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convince

Front

Which of the following types of evidence is an example of a statistic?

Back

45% of students would rather be at school over Christmas break than at home.

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Which of the following types of evidence is an example of a fact?

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Mt. Rushmore is in South Dakota.