Argumentative Terms

Arguments for a position

• Rebuttal

• Point of View

• Pro

• Con

A formal discussion or argument about a particular topic

• Point of View

• Argument

• Debate

• Counterclaim

Tags

CCSS.SL.4.1A

CCSS.SL.4.3

CCSS.W.4.1A

CCSS.W.4.1B

Opposing claim

• Rebuttal

• Pro

• Con

• Counterclaim

Your argument and reasons why the counterargument is not as strong as your side

• Rebuttal

• Point of View

• Debate

• Counterclaim

When an author writes they will have an opinion and perspective about their topic.

• Point of View

• Pro

• Con

• Argument

Arguments against a position

• Pro

• Con

• Rebuttal

• Counterclaim

When an author is trying to convince or persuade you on their opinion.

• Point of View

• Debate

• Argument

• Counterclaim

Your position or stance on a subject or topic (your opinion).

• claim

• point of view

• counterclaim

• rebuttal

Proof from a credible source; facts, statistics, examples, and comparisons that support the claims.

• Point of View

• Argument

• Evidence

• Claim

What is the purpose of argumentative writing?

• To explain something about a topic.

• To persuade the writer's opinion.

• To tell a story.

• To entertain you.