Arguments and Claims Vocabulary

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What is a counterclaim?

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The opposite viewpoint of the author’s claim.

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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 an argument?

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When the author wants to convince you of their position.

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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 is a rebuttal?

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When the author responds directly to the counterclaim and provides reasons why their point is superior.

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What is a claim?

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The author's main point or position on an issue.

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What is evidence?

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Facts, quotes, statistics, and expert opinions the author uses to support their claim.

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What is a persuasive technique?

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Methods used by the author to convince the reader of their argument.

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What is a logical fallacy?

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An error in reasoning that undermines the logic of an argument.

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What is bias?

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A tendency to favor one side over another, affecting the objectivity of the argument.