Argument Writing

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What term refers to the information used to support an argument, such as facts, quotations, examples, anecdotes, and statistics?

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Evidence

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What is the term for the statement that expresses the main argument a writer is trying to prove?

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Claim

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What is the purpose of a concluding statement in an argument?

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To summarize the argument and reinforce the main points, but not to make a new claim.

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What is the difference between a claim and a counterclaim?

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A claim is the writer's main argument, while a counterclaim is an opposing viewpoint.

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What is a counterclaim to the statement 'All cars should be yellow'?

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Cars are great.

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What is the role of evidence in argument writing?

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To support the claim and persuade the audience.

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What are the three main components of an argument?

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Claim, evidence, and reasoning.

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What is reasoning in the context of argument writing?

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The explanation of how the evidence supports the claim.

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What is a rebuttal in argument writing?

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A response to a counterclaim that argues against it.

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What is the importance of understanding your audience in argument writing?

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To tailor the argument and evidence to effectively persuade them.