Argumentative Vocab

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Reason(s) to persuade others on right/wrong action or idea.

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Argument

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Opposing side of an argument

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Counterclaim

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Prejudice for or against something, often unfair.

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Bias

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Information that can be proven with evidence.

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Fact

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A view or judgment about something, not necessarily based on fact.

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opinion

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Able to be believed; convincing.

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credible

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Primary point to support an argument

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claim

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Paraphrases and quotations used to persuade readers with strong arguments.

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evidence

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Opening of an essay or speech that identifies the topic and prepares the audience.

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Introduction

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Part of an essay that explains and develops the main idea; the largest part.

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Body