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Argument Essay Terms
Argumentative Terminology
Term | Definition |
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Argument | Making a claim and supporting it using logic. |
Persuasion | Making a claim and supporting it using feelings and emotions. |
Claim | The position that you are trying to get your readers to accept. |
Evidence | Facts that support your claim. |
Bridge/ Warrant | Statement that explains how the evidence supports and connects to the claim. |
Counterargument | Challenging the argument by addressing the position of someone who may not agree with the argument. |
Turn-Back/Refutation | Demonstrating why the counterargument is wrong. |
Audience | Who will be affected by the topic? Who will read the essay |