A statement that asserts a belief or opinion.

A rationale that supports the claim.

Facts or statistics that reinforce the claim.

An acknowledgment of opposing viewpoints.

Writing that tells a personal story with characters and events.

Writing that explains facts or teaches about a topic.

Writing that shares opinions without support.

Writing that makes a claim and supports it with reasons and evidence.

Claim, Reason, Evidence

Claim, Counterclaim, Conclusion

Claim, Reason, Evidence, Counterclaim

Claim, Reason, Evidence, Counterclaim, Conclusion

Strong, clear claim

Lots of strong evidence

Refutes counters fairly

All of the above

A) With a list of evidence before giving an opinion

B) With a story that entertains the reader

C) With a clear claim or thesis statement that guides the argument

D) With only the conclusion to save time

It is your opinion or position.

It is why you believe your claim.

It is proof such as facts, examples, or sources.

It is what others might say against your claim.

They provide justification and evidence for the claim.

They are the main point or assertion being made.

They are unrelated to the claim.

They summarize the argument.