Front

First paragraph introducing the main idea of an essay.

Back

Intro

Front

Supporting evidence/examples for an essay's thesis statement.

Back

Body

Front

Thesis statement presenting the main idea as an argument.

Back

Claim

Front

Part of an essay explaining flaws in the opposing argument.

Back

Rebuttal

Front

Factual info aiding conclusions & opinions

Back

Evidence

Front

Focuses your ideas for the paper; your argument or viewpoint.

Back

Thesis

Front

Trustworthiness & authority perceived by a reader regarding a writer's subject expertise.

Back

Credibility

Front

How to indicate sourced material in your work?

Back

Citation

Front

Causing someone to do or think something through reasoning or argument.

Back

Persuade

Front

Examine details or structure to explain or interpret.

Back

Analyze