Argument Terms

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What is considered reliable evidence?

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Reliable evidence includes information from credible sources, such as interviews with witnesses, statistics from reputable studies, and expert opinions.

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What is the main purpose of argument writing?

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The main purpose of argument writing is to persuade the audience to accept a particular point of view or take a specific action.

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What is the main point of an author's argument called?

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The main point of an author's argument is called a claim.

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What are the points made to support a claim called?

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The points made to support a claim are called reasons.

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What are examples, facts, and expert quotes used to support reasons called?

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Examples, facts, and expert quotes used to support reasons are called evidence.

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What is a claim in an argument?

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A claim is a statement that asserts something to be true, which the author aims to prove or support.

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What role do reasons play in an argument?

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Reasons provide the justification for the claim, explaining why the claim is valid.

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How does evidence strengthen an argument?

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Evidence strengthens an argument by providing concrete support for the reasons, making the argument more convincing.

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What is the difference between a claim and a conclusion?

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A claim is the main point being argued, while a conclusion is the final statement that summarizes the argument's outcome.

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What is the purpose of using transitions in argument writing?

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Transitions help to guide the reader through the argument, connecting ideas and improving the flow of the writing.