Argument Writing Terms TC

Front

Important topic or problem

Back

issue

Front

A statement that something is true or your position.

Back

claim

Front

Your stance on an issue is your ________________

Back

argument

Front

Justification or explanation of a claim, explaining why others should agree.

Back

reason

Front

Facts that verify the truth of something; proof

Back

evidence

Front

Evidence supporting a claim (print, online, interview, etc.)

Back

source

Front

A source that is dependable, accurate, and trustworthy.

Back

credible source

Front

Section prompting audience to act on an issue

Back

call to action

Front

Sources used in research

Back

works cited