The Case Against Capital Punishment

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What are the four parts of an argumentative essay?

The four parts of an argumentative essay are the claim, counterclaim, reasoning, and evidence.

Define claim in an argumentative essay.

In an argumentative essay, a claim is the author's argument that they are attempting to prove.

What is the purpose of a counterclaim in an argumentative essay?

The purpose of a counterclaim in an argumentative essay is to present an opposing argument and provide a rebuttal.

What are the three parts of the structure of an argumentative essay?

The three parts of the structure of an argumentative essay are introduction, body, and conclusion. Signup and view all the answers

What are the four parts of an argument?

Claims, counterclaims, reasons, and evidence Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to know the counterclaim in an argument?

To disprove it with reasons and evidence Signup and view all the answers

What does evidence do in an argument?

It proves the claim Signup and view all the answers

What should be included in an argument to make it stronger?

Evidence from reliable sources Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of an argument?

The purpose of an argument is to convince or persuade. Signup and view all the answers

What are the four parts of an argument?

The four parts of an argument are claims, counterclaims, reasons, and evidence. Signup and view all the answers

What is a counterclaim?

A counterclaim is the opposite of a claim, or the opposing argument. Signup and view all the answers

What is evidence?

Evidence is the facts or research that support a claim. Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of a counterclaim in an argumentative essay?

The main purpose of a counterclaim is to address the opposite side of the argument and provide a rebuttal. Signup and view all the answers

What are the four components of an argument in an argumentative essay?

The four components of an argument are claim, counterclaim, reasoning, and evidence. Signup and view all the answers

What are the four types of argumentative claims?

The four types of argumentative claims are claims of fact, claims of value, claims of policy, and claims of cause and effect. Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to include counterclaims in an argumentative essay?

It is important to include counterclaims in an argumentative essay because they both disagree with and disprove a claim, making the overall argument stronger. Signup and view all the answers