Parts of an Argument

Parts of an Argument

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English

6th - 8th Grade

Practice Problem

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a claim in an argument?

Back

A statement the speaker is trying to prove is true.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are reasons in an argument?

Back

Statements that support a claim, explaining why the claim is valid.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is evidence in an argument?

Back

Facts, statistics, or examples that support the reasons and claim.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is reasoning in an argument?

Back

An explanation of how evidence supports a claim.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a counterclaim?

Back

An opposing viewpoint or argument that challenges the main claim.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a rebuttal?

Back

A response to a counterclaim that defends the original claim.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Give an example of a claim.

Back

Recess should be mandatory through 8th grade.

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