Front

What is a statement that disagrees with the claim by providing alternative evidence/reasoning?

Back

Counterclaim

Front

What is the term for proof from a credible source that supports the reason(s) offered?

Back

Evidence

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

Front

What do we call an explanation of HOW evidence supports a claim?

Back

Reasoning

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.6.1

Front

What is a claim?

Back

A statement that asserts something to be true.

Front

What is a rebuttal?

Back

A response that argues against a counterclaim.

Front

What is the conclusion in an argument?

Back

The final statement that summarizes the argument.

Front

What is the purpose of evidence in an argument?

Back

To support the reasoning and strengthen the claim.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.8.1

Front

What is an example of a counterclaim?

Back

Some may say middle school students are too old for recess and should focus more on academics.

Front

What is the role of reasoning in an argument?

Back

To explain how the evidence supports the claim.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

Front

What is the difference between a claim and a counterclaim?

Back

A claim supports a position, while a counterclaim opposes it.