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Argument
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| 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 and emotions. |
| Evidence | facts that support your claim. |
| Bridge/Warrant | statement that explain 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. |
| Audience | who will be affected by the topic? who will read the essay? |
| turn-back/refutation | demonstrating why the counter argument is wrong. |