Argument Review

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What is evidence?

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Facts from a reliable source that support a claim.

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What is an emotional appeal?

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A message that uses words or images to create strong feelings in the listener.

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What are persuasive techniques?

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Ways used to influence others and to get them to believe what you believe.

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What is support in an argument?

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Reasons and evidence provided to prove the claim.

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What is a conclusion?

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A final statement to give the audience to help them remember your argument.

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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 rebuttal?

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A response to counter an argument or claim.

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What is a counterargument?

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An argument that opposes or disagrees with the main argument.

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What is the purpose of an argument?

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To persuade the audience to accept a particular point of view.

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What is a thesis statement?

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A sentence that summarizes the main point or claim of an essay or argument.