Argumentative Vocab Review

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Definition of claim?

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A statement the author is trying to prove is true.

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Definition of evidence?

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Proof that the author uses to backup a claim.

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Definition of prove?

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To establish the truth of something.

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Definition of counterclaim?

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Opposes the claim.

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Definition of rebuttal?

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Reasons why the counterclaim is as valid as the claim.

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Definition of fact: something proven true?

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True

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Definition of opinion: personal view, belief, or judgement?

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True

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Definition of biased: writing focusing more on facts than opinions?

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False

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Definition of reasons?

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Main points in an essay to justify a claim.

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Definition of argument: a process of feelings towards a topic?

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True