Elements of an Argument

Where does the claim most often appear in an argument?

• In the beginning

• In the middle

• In the first sentence

• In the conclusion

An argument consists of:

• Claims, evidence, support.

• Claims, reasons, and evidence.

• Claims and reasons

• Claims and evidences.

A claim is...

• The writer’s position, or overall argument.

• A preference.

• Something that cannot be proven wrong. 

Support that the writer provides to back up the claim. This can include statistics, examples, and facts.

• point of view

• claim

• argument

• evidence

The writer's response to opposing opinions. These responses show that the writer's position is stronger.

• counterarguments

• support

• claim

• argument

The ________ is the statement that the author is trying to prove is true.

• argument

• claim

• 
  reason

• rebuttal

When the author responds to a counterclaim and explains why it is wrong, that is called...

• 
  rebuttal

• argument

• reason

• evidence

What should an author use to support their claim?

• evidence

• opinions

• experiences

• another claim

What is the main purpose of a counterargument in an essay?

• To confuse the reader

• To strengthen the main argument by addressing opposing views

• To introduce new topics

• To summarize the essay

Which of the following is NOT considered a type of evidence in an argument?

• Statistics

• Personal anecdotes

• Opinions

• Facts