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Claim
Thesis Statement
Counterclaim
Refute/Rebuttal
Evidence
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What is a claim?
A claim is a statement that tells your position or point of view in an argument.
100
What is a thesis statement?
A thesis statement is one sentence that shows your point of view and 3 reasons.
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What is a counterclaim?
A counterclaim is a statement that shows the opposite point of view.
100
What is a refute?
A refute is a statement that disproves the counterclaim.
100
What is evidence?
Evidence is facts, statistics, or quotes that support your argument.
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Which of the following is a claim? a. Students should wear uniforms because they are cool. b. Students should not wear uniforms. c. Students should not wear uniforms because they are ugly.
B
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Where is a thesis statement located in an essay?
A thesis statement is located at the end of the introduction paragraph.
200
What is the counterclaim for the following claim? Students should wear school uniforms.
Students should not wear school uniforms.
200

What is a good transition word/phrase to introduce a refute/rebuttal?

However,...

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Which of the following is not evidence? a. 90% of girls like the color green b. 1 out of 5 boys plays basketball c. a scientist explains that "loud music can harm your hearing" d. listening to loud music is fun
d. listening to loud music is fun
300
Write a claim for the following argument: Immigration Laws
Immigration laws should be more harsh OR immigration laws should be less harsh
300
What is the formula for writing a thesis statement?
It is clear that (opinion on topic) by observing (reason 1), (reason 2), and (reason 3).
300
What is the counterclaim for the following claim? NASA should send astronauts to live on Mars.
NASA should not send astronauts to live on Mars.
300

Write a rebuttal for the following counterclaim. NASA should not send astronauts to live on Mars because it would be dangerous.

Even though it would be dangerous for astronauts to live on Mars, it would be worth the risk because they would learn so much. (or another reason)

300
Make up evidence for the following argument: Cats make better pets than dogs because they are easier to take care of.
Fact, statistic, or quote. Examples: While dogs need to be fed twice a day, cats can feed themselves if you leave the food out for them. 75% of cat owners say that they never have to think about feeding their cat. 1 out of 4 dog owners dread feeding their dog.
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Write a claim for the following argument: School Start Time
School should start earlier OR school should start later
400
What can you add to a thesis statement to take it to the next level?
The counterclaim
400
What is the difference between a counterclaim and a refute?
A counterclaim tells the opposite point of view while a refute tells why the opposite point of view is wrong or insufficient.
400

Write a rebuttal for the following counterclaim:

Pizza is better than chips because pizza has a lot of cheese.

Despite the fact that pizza has a lot of cheese, chips are better because they are not as messy to eat. (or another reason)

400
Make up evidence for the following argument: Glasses are better than contacts because they take less time to put on.
fact, statistic, or quote Examples: Only 23% of contact wearers say they don't mind the time it takes. 3 out of 4 people who wear glasses say they switched to glasses because of the hassle of putting in contacts.
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What is the difference between a claim and a thesis statement?
A thesis statement tells your point of view AND your reasons, while a claim only tells your point of view.
500
Write a thesis statement for the following argument: School Uniforms
It is clear that students should/should not wear uniforms because of (reason 1), (reason 2), and (reason 3).
500

What is a good word/phrase to introduce a counterclaim?

Some critics say... Despite the fact that... Although the opposing argument is...

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What is the purpose of explaining a counterclaim and rebuttal in your argument?

To show the reader that you understand the opposing point of view and convince them that your point of view is better.

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What is a good phrase to introduce evidence?
For example... One study shows... A man who was interviewed explains...