Vocab flash cards
Claim
The position being taken in the argument
Reasons
Statements of support for the main claim/position in an argument.
Evidence
Facts, documentation, or testimony to support an argument
Counterclaim
The opposite side of an argument
Rebuttal
A follow-up statement after counterclaim where author explains what is flawed about the opposing viewpoint
Point of view
The position from which something is believed to be true: viewpoint, opinion
Anxiety
A feeling of uneasiness, fear,or worry
Sensitive
Able to detect small differences or changes
eavesdrop
To listen to others private conversations
foil
To stop someone from being successful at something
Stakes
Something, such as money, food, or life, that can be gained or lost
Intercept
To stop or interrupt something
Displease
To cause someone to feel annoyed or irritated
Predator
An animal who survives by hunting and eating other animals
exotic
Introduced from another country: Usually refers to plants or animals not native to the place where they are found
Dictate
Exempt
Not having to obey a rule or to do something that is usually necessary
Regulate
To bring under control: To make accurate by adjusting
Contentment
A state of happiness and satisfaction
Ascending
Rising or moving upward
