Argument Vocabulary - Unit 3

Example of a reason

Since uniforms are worn by all students, students cannot bully others for what they are wearing.

Claim

To state or assert that something is correct or true; a statement that you need to prove with reasons & evdience

reason

an explanation for an idea or claim

various

different

certain

having no doubt; sure

Example of evidence

quotes, statistics, examples, facts

Evidence that supports girls clothes are targeted for dress codes.

Almost 60% of school dress codes discuss girls clothing more than boys.

Example of a CLAIM

Dress codes are good for students.

A claim that we should not have dress codes

Dress codes discourage student individuality.

A claim that supports dress codes

Dress codes help students prepare for the "real world."

Evidence that supports uniforms would help with bullying.

Experts say that school uniforms reduce bullying by over 30%.

Author's Purpose

The reason the author creates a text

sufficient

enough; adequate

Convince

persuade or show conclusively by argument or proof

Evidence

proof for a claim. usually facts, expert opinions quotes, examples, or other support for a reason in an argument

Point of View

the attitude or the way an author considers a point/topic

declare

to make known; to state openly