| A | B |
|---|
| Claim | Statement the writer is trying to prove is true |
| Reason | Statement supporting the claim; tells why |
| Evidence | Proof from a credible source |
| Explanation | Explains what the evidence proves |
| Warrant | Explains WHY the data supports the claim |
| Counterclaim | Statement opposing or going against the claim |
| Rebuttal | Evidence that disagrees with the counterclaim |
| Conclusion | Restates claim and summarizes argument |
| Purpose of Argumentative Writing | To get the reader to accept the writer's perspective as TRUTH |
| Argumentative Writing Technique | Writers should blend relevant reasons and credible data |
| Why should someone choose Argumentative Writing? - Who is the audience? | To expose the TRUTH - the audience is anyone who will listen |
| Point of View that should be used | 3rd person! No I, me, you, we |
| Attitude of Argumentative Writing | Be fair, reasonable, respectful, formal |
| Expert | Someone with vast knowledge and experience in the area of a subject |
| Informational Text | Text that is true, factual writing, such as research articles |
| Opinion Writing | Writing in which the writer aims to share his/her opinions |
| Persuasive Writing | Writing in which the writer just wants the reader to agree with his/her side |
| Valid | Correct; reasonable |
| Data | True information based on research |
| Credibility | Being able to trust something, like a source |
