Argumentative Writing Components

Front

Claim

Back

A statement that is open to challenge and that requires support

Front

Counterclaim

Back

An opposing viewpoint that challenges the original claim.

Front

Reasons

Back

The rationale or justification for the claim, explaining why it is valid.

Front

Evidence

Back

Facts, data, or information that support the reasons and help prove the claim.

Front

Rebuttal

Back

A response to the counterclaim, providing evidence or reasoning to refute it.