Statement that the author is trying to prove is true

Statement supporting the claim; a reason

Proof from a credible source . (ex: facts, statistics, examples, experts, etc)

A statement that opposes the claim; the other side

The reason why the counter-claim is not as strong as the claim

Restates the claim, summarizes the arguments, makes a recommendation

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Parts of an Argument

Term	Definition
Claim	Statement that the author is trying to prove is true
Argument	Statement supporting the claim; a reason
Evidence	Proof from a credible source . (ex: facts, statistics, examples, experts, etc)
Counter-Claim	A statement that opposes the claim; the other side
Rebuttal	The reason why the counter-claim is not as strong as the claim
Conclusion	Restates the claim, summarizes the arguments, makes a recommendation