What is an argument?
Parts of an Argument

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A claim supported by reasons and evidence.
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What is a counterclaim?
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The other side of an argument.
3.
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What part of the argument explains why the counterclaim is incorrect?
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Rebuttal.
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What is a claim in the context of an argument?
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A statement that the writer is trying to prove is true.
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What are facts or experiences that support the claim?
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Evidence.
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What is the purpose of a rebuttal in an argument?
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To refute or counter the opposing argument.
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What is the difference between a claim and a counterclaim?
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A claim is the writer's position, while a counterclaim is the opposing viewpoint.
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