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Claim
The author's position on an issue, often found in the thesis statement of an argumentative essay.
Support
Material used to prove a claim, consisting of reasons and evidence.
Reasons
Statements made to justify an action, decision, or belief in an argumentative essay.
Evidence
Specific references, quotations, examples, and opinions used to support a claim.
Counterargument
An argument made to oppose another argument, often addressed to strengthen one's own argument.
Rebuttal
The part of an argument that disproves or contradicts the counterarguments.
Introduction
The first part of an argumentative essay that presents the problem and background information, including the thesis statement.
Body
The part of an argumentative essay that contains reasons, with each paragraph discussing one reason supported by evidence.
Conclusion
The final part of an argumentative essay that restates the main claim and summarizes the arguments.
Rhetorical Devices
Techniques used in writing to persuade, including appeals to ethos, logos, and pathos.
Transition Words
Words used to link sentences or paragraphs within an essay to enhance coherence.
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