Argument Week 1

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What is an argument?

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An argument is a statement or series of statements that present a claim and provide reasons or evidence to support that claim.

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What is a counterclaim?

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A counterclaim is an argument that opposes the original claim, presenting an alternative viewpoint.

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What is an inference?

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An inference is a conclusion drawn from evidence and reasoning, rather than from explicit statements.

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What is a rebuttal?

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A rebuttal is a response to a counterclaim, providing evidence or reasoning to refute it.

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What is a claim?

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A claim is a statement that asserts something to be true, which can be supported or challenged with evidence.

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What is theme in literature?

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The theme is the central idea or underlying message of a story, often reflecting on human experiences.

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What is text evidence?

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Text evidence refers to specific details or quotes from a text that support a claim or argument.

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What does it mean to analyze an argument?

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To analyze an argument means to examine its components, including the claim, evidence, and reasoning, to evaluate its validity.

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What is the purpose of persuasive writing?

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The purpose of persuasive writing is to convince the reader to accept a particular viewpoint or take a specific action.

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What is a logical fallacy?

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A logical fallacy is an error in reasoning that undermines the logic of an argument.