Argument Terms

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What is a claim in an argument?

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A claim is a statement that asserts something to be true, which can be supported by evidence.

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What is evidence in an argument?

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Evidence consists of facts, statistics, or examples that support a claim.

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What is reasoning in an argument?

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Reasoning is the logical process of connecting evidence to a claim to show how the evidence supports the claim.

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What is a counterclaim?

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A counterclaim is an argument that opposes or disagrees with the main claim.

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What is a rebuttal?

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A rebuttal is a response to a counterclaim that argues against it, providing further evidence or reasoning.

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What is the definition of an argument?

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An argument is a reasoned, logical way of demonstrating that the writer's position, belief, or conclusion is valid or true.

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What does it mean to take opposing views into account in an argument?

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It means acknowledging and addressing other perspectives or arguments that differ from your own.

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What is the purpose of an argument?

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The purpose of an argument is to persuade the audience to accept a particular point of view or conclusion.

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What is a persuasive technique?

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A persuasive technique is a method used to convince others, such as appealing to emotions or using logical reasoning.

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What is the role of a thesis statement in an argument?

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A thesis statement presents the main claim or position of the argument, guiding the direction of the discussion.