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