Arguments and Claims Vocabulary

Arguments and Claims Vocabulary

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English

6th - 8th Grade

Hard

CCSS
L.8.6, L.6.6, W.8.2D

+3

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a claim in an argument?

Back

A claim is a statement that asserts something to be true and must be arguable.

Tags

CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Why must a claim be arguable?

Back

A claim must be arguable to allow for debate and discussion, enabling different viewpoints to be presented.

Tags

CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What constitutes relevant evidence?

Back

Relevant evidence includes facts, statistics, quotes, and expert opinions that support a claim.

Tags

CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the purpose of relevant evidence in an argument?

Back

The purpose of relevant evidence is to provide support for the claim, making it more convincing.

Tags

CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Define counterclaim.

Back

A counterclaim is the opposite viewpoint of the author’s claim.

Tags

CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What role does a counterclaim play in an argument?

Back

A counterclaim presents an opposing perspective, which can strengthen the original argument when addressed.

Tags

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a rebuttal?

Back

A rebuttal is when the author responds directly to a counterclaim, providing reasons why their point is superior.

Tags

CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

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