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| claim | is a writer’s position on a problem or an issue |
| support | the reasons and evidence that are used to prove a claim |
| counterargument | arguments made to address points that someone with an opposing view might raise |
| author's viewpoint | the way someone looks at a topic |
| author's bias | the side of an issue that the writer supports or favors |
| fact | something that actually exists; reality; truth |
| opinion | a belief or judgment that rests on grounds insufficient to produce complete certainty |
| author's perspective | the unique combination of ideas, values, feelings, and beliefs that influences the way the writer looks at a topic |
