Argument Terms Flashcards

1
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Claim

A

The writer’s stance, or overall argument.

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Reasons

A

Main points that use logic or reasoning to justify the writer’s claim

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3
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Data

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Evidence (facts) that support the reasons (claim)

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4
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Joint

A

The warrant or bridge that connects data to the writer’s reasons and claim

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5
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Counterclaim

A

A claim that disagrees with the writer’s claim (the opposition’s stance)

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6
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Rebuttal

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Evidence that disputes or disagrees with the counterclaim

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