Unit 3 Vocab

Front

What is a reasonable argument that opposes or disagrees with another claim?

Back

Counterclaim

Front

What is one sentence in the introduction of an essay that sets the stage for the reader and focuses the essay?

Back

Thesis

Front

What does it mean to build an argument and prove a point?

Back

Develops

Front

What is reasoning that makes sense and follows logic?

Back

Sound

Front

What are facts, details, or other information with a direct relationship to the topic?

Back

Relevant

Front

What is the term for a statement that can be tested and is based on evidence?

Back

Hypothesis

Front

What is the conclusion of an essay that summarizes the main points?

Back

Conclusion

Front

What is a plan that outlines the main points of an essay?

Back

Outline

Front

What is the term for information that does not relate to the topic?

Back

Irrelevant

Front

What is the process of questioning the validity of an argument?

Back

Critique