Agument terms

Question 1

Claim

Answer 1

the writer’s stance,or overall argument.

Question 2

Reasons

Answer 2

main point that uses logic or reasoning to justify the writer’s claim.

Question 3

Data

Answer 3

Evidence(facts)that support the reasons(claim).

Question 4

Joint

Answer 4

the warrant or bridge that connects data to the writer’s reason and claim.

Question 5

Counterclaim

Answer 5

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

Question 6

Rebuttal

Answer 6

Evidence that disputes or disagrees with the counter claim.