Argument writing Flashcards

1
Q

argument

A

making a claim and supporting it using logic

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2
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persuasion

A

making a claim and supporting it using feelings and emotions

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3
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claim

A

the position that you are trying to get your readers to accept

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4
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evidence

A

facts that support your claim

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5
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bridge/warrant

A

statement that explains how the evidence supports and connects the claim

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6
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counterargument

A

challenging the argument by addressing the position of someone who may not agree with the argument

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7
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turn-back/refutation

A

demonstrating why the counter-argument is wrong

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8
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audience

A

who will be affected by the topic?

who will read the essay?

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