Arguments and Claims Vocabulary

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What does the prefix ir- mean?

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Not

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What does it mean to be credible?

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When the reader can believe and trust the author.

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What is irrelevant evidence?

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Evidence that does not relate to the claim or support the reason.

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What is a rebuttal?

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When the author responds directly to the counterclaim and provides reasons why their point is superior.

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What is an argument?

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When the author wants to convince you of their position.

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What is a claim?

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A statement that asserts something to be true.

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What is a counterclaim?

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An argument made to oppose another claim.

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What does it mean to support a claim?

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To provide evidence or reasoning that backs up the claim.

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What is evidence?

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Facts, statistics, quotes, and expert opinions that support a claim.

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What is a persuasive technique?

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Methods used to convince the audience of a particular point of view.