Argument Terms

Front

What is a claim?

Back

The main position or statement on a topic, issue, event, or idea.

Front

What is a rebuttal?

Back

A response to a counterclaim explaining why it’s wrong or not convincing.

Front

What is a reason in argumentation?

Back

A supporting idea for why a claim is convincing.

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

Front

What is evidence?

Back

Facts, including statistics, reports, research, physical proof, quotes that support a claim.

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

Front

What is a counterclaim?

Back

A claim that refutes or attempts to disprove a certain claim.

Front

What is the purpose of a claim?

Back

To present the main argument or position in a discussion.

Front

How does evidence support a claim?

Back

By providing factual information that validates the claim.

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.8.1

Front

What role does a counterclaim play in an argument?

Back

It presents an opposing viewpoint that challenges the original claim.

Front

What is the difference between a claim and a reason?

Back

A claim is the main argument, while a reason supports that claim.

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.8.1

Front

Why is a rebuttal important in argumentation?

Back

It strengthens the original claim by addressing and countering opposing arguments.