Vocab 12/1

Thesis

• Rational reasoning.

• The main point or argument of an essay.

• The strength and legitimacy of an argument.

• The writer's position or stance on a topic.

Cogent

• A strong, compelling, and persuasive argument.

• Rational and coherent reasoning (not emotional).

• Addressing and going against a counterclaim.

• Logical proof.

Claim

• The logical explanations and justifications for an argument.

• The strength and legitimacy of an argument.

• The writer's position or stance on an argument.

• The main point/ argument of a paper.

Logic

• Things that support the claim/thesis.

• Rational and coherent reasoning (not emotional).

• Addressing and going against a counterclaim.

• Emotional proof.

Reasoning

• The main point/argument of an essay.

• Saying the same thing over and over again.

• The logical explanations and justifications for an argument.

• The strength and legitimacy of an argument.

Evidence

• Anything you make up to support your argument.

• Things that support the claim/thesis. Logical proof.

• A strong, compelling, and persuasive argument.

• Opinions.

Validity (valid)

• How weak your argument is.

• How interesting your argument is.

• The strength and legitimacy of your argument.

• The way you present your argument.

Rebuttal

• To agree with the counterclaim.

• To refuse.

• Refusing to believe the opposite side.

• To address and go against a counterclaim.

What is the purpose of an argumentative essay?

• To entertain

• To inform

• To say things because you can

• To persuade.