Argument (RI 7.8)

Front

What is the explanation the author gives to connect the evidence to the claim?

Back

Reasoning

Front

What term describes something that is closely connected to what is being considered?

Back

Relevant

Front

What does it mean for something to be clear and thorough in its purpose; enough or adequate?

Back

Sufficient

Front

What is the main focus of standard RI 7.8?

Back

Assessing claim, evidence, and reasoning.

Front

What are pieces of text used to back up (support) a claim called?

Back

Evidence

Front

What is a statement that asserts something to be true?

Back

Claim

Front

What is the process of evaluating the strength of the connection between evidence and a claim?

Back

Assessment of reasoning

Front

What type of evidence is considered strong and convincing?

Back

Sufficient evidence

Front

What is the term for information that is not relevant to the argument being made?

Back

Irrelevant information

Front

What is the role of reasoning in an argument?

Back

To explain how the evidence supports the claim.