What is CERCA?

An _____________ is a piece of writing, speech, or form of communication that helps to persuade others to agree with your ideas, point of view or to take action.

An argument contains a ________ that is supported by evidence and reasons.

A _________ is your position on an issue. It is what you want others to understand or support.

A ________ is a general statement that explains why your claim is true.

________________ is information that supports your claim and reasons. Good ______________ makes your reader more likely to understand and accept your ideas. (the word for both blanks is the same)

________________ is a logical explanation of how a specific piece of evidence supports a claim.

________________ disprove opposing ideas or claims other people have made about the topic.

__________________ give life to arguments and make your argument stronger.

The people who listen to or read your argument is your ________________.