Argumentative Terms

Issue

has more than one side and is debatable

Argument

statement(s) for or against something; a discussion in which people express different opinions about something

Argumentative Essay

type of writing that requires the writer to defend a claim on a topic using evidence to support his or her claim

Claim

The writer's opinion, thesis, or overall argument

Reasons

Main points/examples that use logic or reasoning to justify the writer's claim

Logic

A particular way of thinking of something

Data

Evidence (facts, researcb) that support the reasons of your claim

Warrant

bridge that connects data to the writer's reason and claim. (EXPLANATION)

Counterclaim

A claim that disagrees with the writer's claim - your opponent's stance (the other side of the argument)

Rebuttal

Evidence that disputs or disagrees with the counterclaim

Argument

is an opinion backed by data/facts

Credible Sources

Believable and reliable

Types of data

1) Statistics (data) - %, etc.

2) Research

3) Expert Testimony

4) Generally Accepted Facts

5) Endorsements (personal testimony)