Argument Writing Terms

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Central idea the author supports?

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Position

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Term for a statement supporting a position?

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Claim

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Definition of 'Evidence'

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Facts, statistics, and examples supporting a claim.

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Process of connecting evidence to support a claim?

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Reasoning

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Counterclaim:

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Acknowledgment of a concern or disagreement from opposing viewpoints.

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Rebuttal refers to:

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An author's direct response to an opposing viewpoint or claim.

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Term for a false belief or claim based on poor reasoning.

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Fallacy

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Ad hominem attack?

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An attack on a person rather than on his or her argument.

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Emotional appeal in writing?

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Appealing to the reader's emotions to persuade.

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Opponent: a person who disagrees with or resists a proposal or practice.

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Opponent