Argumentative Unit Flashcards
1
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claim
A
statement of the truth of something
2
Q
assert
A
state a fact confidently
3
Q
equivocate
A
when one tries to argue both sides evenly thus not asserting clear position
4
Q
position
A
ones opinion
5
Q
challenge
A
contradict a position
6
Q
defend
A
support a position
7
Q
qualify
A
set parameters for an argument
8
Q
hypothetical evidence
A
could potentially happen but have not actually happened
9
Q
general evidence
A
evidence to vague or broad
10
Q
somewhat specific evidence
A
has some concrete details but still somewhat imprecise
11
Q
specific evidence
A
contains detailed info
12
Q
commentary
A
analysis that explains significance of evidence
13
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counterargument
A
opposing argument
14
Q
counterclaim
A
a claim made to rebut
15
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rebuttal
A
follows counterclaim to disprove it
