Understanding Argumentative Writing Concepts

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counterclaim

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A reason why the other side disagrees with the writer.

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argument writing

Back

A type of writing that gives reasons and evidence to support an opinion.

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claim

Back

The main point or idea the writer is trying to prove.

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tone

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The writer’s attitude toward the topic.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

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cohesion

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Having ideas that are well connected and flow smoothly.

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CCSS.RF.3.3B

CCSS.RF.3.3C

CCSS.RF.3.3D

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

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evidence

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Facts or information used to support a claim.

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CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

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persuasion

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The act of convincing someone to believe or do something.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.8

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

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audience

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The group of readers or listeners that the writer is addressing.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.6

CCSS.RI.8.6

CCSS.RI.8.9

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.6

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thesis statement

Back

A sentence that summarizes the main point or claim of an essay.

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rebuttal

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A response to a counterclaim that argues against it.