Arguments and Claims Vocabulary

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What is relevant evidence?

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Facts, Statistics, Quotes, and Expert opinions the author uses to support their claim.

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A claim must be arguable. True or False?

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True

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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 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 a claim?

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A statement that can be argued or supported with evidence.

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What is a counterclaim?

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An argument that opposes the main claim.

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What is a statistic?

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A numerical fact used to support a claim.

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What is an expert opinion?

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A statement made by someone with specialized knowledge or expertise in a particular area.

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What is a fact?

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A statement that can be proven to be true or false.