AVID Claims and Main Idea

Front

What is the term for the background information that helps to understand a source's intent, audience, purpose, bias, and situatedness?

Back

Context

Front

In a narrative, what do you call the background details that help you understand the story's twists and turns?

Back

Context

Front

What do you call a statement or thesis that conveys a perspective developed through reasoning and supported by evidence?

Back

Argument

Front

What is the term for an opposing perspective, idea, or theory that is supported by evidence?

Back

Counterargument

Front

What short-term goal would support a long-term goal of graduating high school with a 4.0 GPA?

Back

Study for all exams so that they do well in their classes.

Front

What is the term for the main point or claim that an author is trying to convey in a text?

Back

Main Idea

Front

What do you call the reasoning or evidence that supports a claim in an argument?

Back

Supporting Evidence

Front

What is the term for a statement that reflects a personal belief or opinion, often without supporting evidence?

Back

Bias

Front

What do you call the process of critically examining a source to determine its credibility and relevance?

Back

Source Analysis

Front

What is the term for a claim that is made in response to an argument, often to refute or challenge it?

Back

Rebuttal