Persuasive Writing Key Terms

Front

Argument

Back

An attempt to convince someone to consider a different point of view

Front

Thesis/Claim

Back

Position taken by the writer; what the writer is trying to prove

Front

Reason

Back

Statement provided to support the thesis or claim

Front

Evidence

Back

Credible data used to support or prove a reason; statistics, quotes, facts, etc.

Front

Counter Argument

Back

Opposing position

Front

Rebuttal

Back

Reason that disproves the counterargument