Argumentative Essays Vocabulary

a brief story that illustrates a point made by an author (personal connection)

• Anecdote

• Rabbit

• Squirrel

• Horse

a reason that uses logic and persuasion to support a position or point of view

• Dog

• Argument

• Cat

• Fish

a text with the purpose of changing the reader's point of view or of bringing about action

• Argumentative text

• Mrs. Bradford

• Mr. Gully

• Mrs. Teran

an assertion presented in an expository or persuasive text that is supported by facts, details, and examples

• Chips

• Soda

• Claim

• Candy

the group of listeners or readers anticipated to hear or read a text

• Intended Audience

• pencil

• stapler

• tape

who is the best super hero?

• Iron Man

• Spider-Man

• Hulk

• Thor