Argumentative Writing Terms/Vocab.

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What is EVIDENCE?

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Proof that the author uses to back up a claim. The best evidence is factual.

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What is a CREDIBLE SOURCE?

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A source that is trustworthy and reliable, often backed by facts and expert opinions.

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To REFUTE a claim or argument is to prove it to be...

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wrong or false.

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How many paragraphs should your argumentative essay be?

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5.

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The main point made in your essay to justify your claim is the...

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claim/thesis.

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What is a CLAIM in argumentative writing?

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A statement that asserts something to be true, which the author aims to prove.

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What does it mean to ARGUE?

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To present reasons for or against something, often in a structured manner.

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What is COUNTERARGUMENT?

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An argument that opposes the main claim, showing the other side of the issue.

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What is the purpose of a THESIS STATEMENT?

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To summarize the main point or claim of the essay in one sentence.

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What is REASONING in argumentative writing?

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The logical explanation that connects evidence to the claim.