In an argument, a speaker states a ______________ and supports it with ______________ and _____________.

A claim is a speaker’s ______________________ on a problem or ___________.

The strength of an argument relies on the ____________________.

Support consists of reasons and ___________________ used to ____________ the claim.

Note how the author ________________ the claim, ___________ and evidence.

Look for reasons and evidence that ____________ the claim.

Identify the ___________, which may be directly ___________ or ______________.

Loaded language consists of words with strongly _______________ or _______________ connotations.

Rhetorical Devices are techniques that writers use to _____________ their arguments and communicate more effectively.

Identify counterarguments, statements that address _______________ viewpoints.

A statement that an author uses to prove their argument. There may be several _______ within an argumentative text.

What is the primary purpose of a claim in an argument?

Which of the following best describes a counterargument?

In evaluating an argument, why is it important to identify the evidence provided?