The point you are trying to prove in an argument.

• Claim

• Reason

• Rebuttal

• Counterclaim

The cause, explanation, or justification for an action or event.

• Claim

• Reason

• Rebuttal

• Counterclaim

The opposing argument or opposite of the argument.

• Claim

• Reason

• Rebuttal

• Counterclaim

The proof that supports your claim and reasons.

• Claim

• Reason

• Evidence

• Counterclaim

Explanation for why a counterclaim is wrong

• Claim

• Reason

• Evidence

• Rebuttal

Check the boxes for the elements that are necessary for each paragraph.

Introduction Paragraph

• Hook

• Counterclaim

• Evidence

• Claim

Check the boxes for the elements that are necessary for each paragraph.

Body Paragraphs

• Hook

• Counterclaim

• Evidence

• Claim

• Reason

Check the boxes for the elements that are necessary for each paragraph.

Conclusion Paragraph

• Hook

• Counterclaim

• Evidence

• Restate Claim

• Rebuttal