Claims and Counterclaims

Front

What is the term for specific facts or evidence used to support why your claim is true?

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Support

Front

What is a statement or sentence that states the purpose of a paper or essay?

Back

Thesis Statement

Front

What is a compelling sentence(s) at the beginning of a story used to get the reader's attention?

Back

Hook

Front

What is the name of a work of art or literary composition?

Back

Title

Front

What is your basic belief about a particular topic, issue, event, or idea, used to support a position?

Back

Claim

Front

What is the term for a statement that opposes the main claim?

Back

Counterclaim

Front

What is the term for a response to a counterclaim that refutes it?

Back

Rebuttal

Front

What is the purpose of a thesis statement in an essay?

Back

To clearly state the main argument or position of the paper.

Front

What is the role of evidence in supporting a claim?

Back

To provide factual support that strengthens the argument.

Front

What is a hook in writing?

Back

An engaging opening sentence designed to capture the reader's interest.