WorksheetsArgumentative Writing Vocabulary
Total questions: 25
Worksheet time: 25mins
state or assert that something is the case
counterclaim
thesis
supporting details
claim
a sentence, in the introduction of an essay, that states the writer’s position or opinion on the topic of the essay
thesis statement
concluding statement
main idea
lead
occurs at the end of an argumentative text to make clear what the writer or speaker wants the audience to think or do
persuasion
call to action
rhetorical devices
thesis
facts or reasoning offered to support a position as being true
evidence
argument
citation
claim
deny the truth of a statement by claiming the opposite opinion
Perspective
Concede
Stance
Contradict
A (a) restates the (b) and makes a call to (c)
conclusion
claim
action.
What word means "to disprove or contradict what the opposing side says?"
refute
introduction
primary source
thesis
specific information that supports a claim: fact, quotation, example, statistic, expert opinion, etc.
evidence
reasons
fact
claim
Rebuttal
a response to a counter-claim (or counter-argument), using evidence and reasoning to prove that the counter-claim is wrong and your claim is right.
what an argument is trying to convince you of. It’s the “what” of an argument. What does the author want you to believe by the end of the argument? A claim is often an opinion.
a counter-claim is a claim made by someone who doesn’t agree with your claim is supported by evidence.
a conclusion that is supported by evidence and reasoning. The formula for an argument is A = C + E + R.
disapprove of and attempt to prevent, especially by argument.
Oppose
Counter
Concur
Perspective
A phrase that raises an issue, or asks a question that you will respond to with an essay.
evidence
prompt
counterclaim
persuade
Match the definition with the correct vocabulary term.
presents a logical and well-supported case to persuade the reader to accept a particular position or point of view
Argument Writing
the quality of being trusted and believed in, based on the reliability and expertise of the source of information
Credibility
assess or judge the value, importance, or quality of something based on evidence, criteria, or standard
Evaluate
Your main argument is also called the (a)
claim.
evidence
counterclaim
intellectual or emotional attitude
Perspective
Concede
Stance
Contradict
A view or judgment formed about something, not necessarily based on fact or knowledge.
opinion
credible
claim
evidence
What word means "a logical, well thought out presentation of ideas that makes a claim about an issue and supports the claim with reasons and evidence?"
argument
claim
counterclaim
bias
What word means "a statement that tells the writer's opinion or position on an issue?"
claim
counterclaim
thesis
bridge/warrant
What word means "tells the importance of the claim or argument?"
supporting reasons
evidence
facts
bias
What word means "explains to the reader the main idea (claim), a writer’s opinion on that idea; and reasons?"
thesis statement
evidence
facts
argument
What word means "statistics, facts, logic, and expert research that support and back up the claim?"
evidence
supporting reasons
thesis statement
paraphrase
What word means "personal feelings about a topic; cannot be proven?"
opinion
fact
bias
supporting reasons
Which term refers to the main point or central argument in an argumentative essay?
A) Thesis
B) Evidence
C) Counterclaim
D) Conclusion
What is the purpose of a counterclaim in argumentative writing?
A) To support the main argument
B) To present an opposing viewpoint
C) To summarize the essay
D) To introduce the topic
Which of the following is a technique used to persuade readers by appealing to their emotions?
A) Ethos
B) Pathos
C) Logos
D) Thesis
In argumentative writing, what is the role of evidence?
A) To introduce the topic
B) To provide background information
C) To support claims with facts and data
D) To conclude the essay
