Argument Terms Flashcards
1
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Claim
A
The writer’s stance, or overall argument
2
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Reasons
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Main points that use logic or reasoning to justify the writer’s claim
3
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Dada
A
Evidence (facts) that support the reasons (claim)
4
Q
Joint
A
The warrant or bridge that connects data to the writer’s reason and claim
5
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Counterclaim
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A claim that disagrees with the writer’s claim (the opposite stance)
6
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Rebbuttel
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Evidence that disputes or disagrees with the counterclaim