Argumentative Terms

What type of support includes facts, statistics, and examples to back up claims?

• Evidence

• Opinion

• Assumption

• Hypothesis

What is the term for an author's viewpoint on a topic?

• Perspective

• Opinion

• Insight

• Viewpoint

What is the difference between a claim and a counterclaim?

• A claim is the author's position, while a counterclaim is the opposing viewpoint.

• A claim is a statement that cannot be disputed, while a counterclaim is a fact.

• A claim is an argument based on evidence, while a counterclaim is an irrelevant point.

• A claim is a question posed by the author, while a counterclaim is a response to that question.

What is a logical fallacy?

• A type of argument that is always true.

• An error in reasoning that undermines the logic of an argument.

• A method of persuasion that relies on emotional appeal.

• A statement that is universally accepted as fact.

What is the term for the opposing argument to a claim?

• Counterclaim

• Rebuttal

• Assertion

• Hypothesis

What is your personal stance or opinion on a subject called?

• Assertion

• Claim

• Hypothesis

• Theory

What is the term for the main idea or argument presented in a piece of writing?

• Thesis statement

• Main point

• Conclusion

• Argument

What is the significance of understanding audience in argumentative writing?

• It helps tailor the argument to effectively persuade the intended readers.

• It allows the writer to use complex vocabulary and jargon.

• It ensures that the argument is lengthy and detailed.

• It makes the writing more entertaining and humorous.

What is a statement that can be supported with evidence called?

• Claim

• Assertion

• Hypothesis

• Theory

Who is the intended recipient of an argumentative text?

• Audience

• Author

• Publisher

• Editor