RI 6.8: EVALUATING ARGUMENT

Front

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

Back

Reason

Front

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

Back

Evidence

Front

What is a statement made by an author that asserts an author’s belief?

Back

Claim

Front

What term describes the logical connection between evidence and a claim?

Back

Reasoning

Front

What is the term for the main point or argument that an author is trying to make?

Back

Claim

Front

What do we call the information or facts that support a claim?

Back

Evidence

Front

What is the purpose of reasoning in an argument?

Back

To explain how the evidence supports the claim.

Front

What is a counterclaim?

Back

An argument that opposes the main claim.

Front

What is the role of evidence in evaluating an argument?

Back

To provide support and credibility to the claim.

Front

What is a logical fallacy?

Back

An error in reasoning that undermines the logic of an argument.