Argumentative Text Vocabulary

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A process of feelings towards a certain topic.

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Argument

Front

A piece of writing that focuses more on opinions than facts.

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biased

Front

A statement that the author is trying to prove is true.

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Claim

Front

Counter-Claim

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A statement that opposes the claim. Shows the other side.

Front

Proof that the author uses to back up a claim.

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Evidence

Front

Rebuttal

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Reasons why the counter-claim is as valid as the claim.

Front

Something that has been proven true.

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Facts

Front

Reasons

Back

The main point made in your essay to justify your claim.

Front

A personal view, belief, or judgement.

Back

opinion

Front

Prove

Back

to try to establish the truth of something