Argumentative Vocabulary

Front

The main argument made by the author which can be supported by reasons and evidence.

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claim

Front

A claim that is supported by logic-based evidence; where the writer tries to convince the reader to believe a certain way.

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argument

Front

something that actually exists and can be proven true

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fact

Front

This paragraph is the first paragraph of your essay and includes a hook, background information, and a thesis statement.

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introduction

Front

facts or information that prove your reasons (for example, personal experiences, facts, statistics, etc...)

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evidence

Front

to tell the reader where a piece of information came from (for example, "In the first passage, the author states...")

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cite

Front

personal feelings about a topic that cannot be proven

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opinion

Front

a believable and trustworthy source that provides evidence and facts to support the writer's claim

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credible

Front

to restate in your own words while still giving the author credit for the information

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paraphrase

Front

the main points made in your essay to justify your claim

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reasons