Argument Writing Terms

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A logical way of showing that your position, belief, or conclusion is true.

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argument

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The reason why an author may write an argument.

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purpose

Front

This is also called a thesis. It is the heart of the argument and can be debated.

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claim

Front

The proof that is used to support the claim. It answers, ‘How do I know?’.

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evidence

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Numerical evidence.

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statistics

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Information proven to be true.

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facts

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Quoted experts or personal experiences that can be used as evidence.

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examples

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Shows how the evidence is connected to the claim. It answers, ‘Why do I think this?’.

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Reasons

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When the author considers the opposing argument and answers what the other side believes.

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Counterclaim

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Based on logic using proof!

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Argument