Argument & Claims Terms

What is an argument?

• When the author expresses a

  point of view and supports that view with evidence.

• A statement that can be argued, but the author believes it to be true.

• An opposing viewpoint made by the author to strengthen their position and stance.

• Facts, examples, statistics, quotes, and expert opinions used to support an argument

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.SL.6.3

CCSS.W.6.1A

CCSS.W.6.1B

What is NOT associated with claim?

• It is the main point the author states.

• It is a statement the author believes to be true.

• It is specific and can be argued

• It is a descriptive thesis statement

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.SL.6.3

What is a counterclaim?

• The opposite view of the author's claim that can also be proved and supported with evidence.

• A claim based on the author's personal knowledge and research.

• The main point the author is trying to express.

• Facts, examples, statistics, quotes, and expert opinions used to support an argument.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.SL.6.3

What is relevant evidence?

• Facts, examples, statistics, quotes, and expert opinions used to support an argument

• Data that works to disprove the author’s viewpoint

• The opposite view post of the author's claim.

• The viewpoint the author expresses.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

What is conflicting evidence?

• Evidence that works to disprove the author’s viewpoint and argument.

• Facts, examples, statistics, quotes, and expert opinions used to support an argument.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.6.1

Why would an author introduce a counterclaim?

• To show they understand the other viewpoint, but then disprove it with relevant evidence in order to strengthen their argument.

• To make their argument more interesting and engaging for the reader.

• So they people who believe the other side of the argument will read their paper.

• To show how intelligent they are.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.6

CCSS.RI.6.8