Flashcards: Understanding Claims and Arguments

What the writer believes or says is true. Example: School uniforms are helpful for students.

Facts, examples, or details that support the claim. Example: A study showed uniforms help students focus.

The 'why' behind the claim. Example: Uniforms save time in the morning.

The opposite opinion or side. Example: Some people say uniforms take away freedom.

The response to the counterclaim. Example: Uniforms create fairness, not control.

One sentence that tells the main point of the whole essay. Example: School uniforms help students by saving time and reducing stress.

Ways to persuade the reader using logic, emotions, or trust. (Includes ethos, pathos, and logos)

Appeal to trust or authority. Example: A doctor says this medicine is safe.

Appeal to emotions. Example: Imagine a child going hungry at school.

Appeal to logic or facts. Example: 80% of students said uniforms help them focus.