Definitions
Match the Example
Fun Facts
100

Reasons and supporting evidence that support the claim

What is Grounds/Data

100

I should go for a run today.

What is the Claim

100

The creator of the Toulmin model of argumentation

What is Stephen E. Toulmin?

200

Provides additional support and justification of the warrant. It answers why you should accept the warrant by offering further reasoning and specific examples , making the connection between the evidence and the claim more credible

What is the Backing

200

Physical activity boosts energy and mood.

What is the Warrant
200

The number of components/parts of the Toulmin Model

What is 6?

300

Shows that a claim may not be true in all circumstances. Words like “presumably,” “some,” and “many” help understand that there are instances where your claim may not be correct.

What is the Qualifier

300

 It's usually better for my health.

What is the Qualifier

300

The "Essential" parts

What is Claim, Grounds, Warrant?

400

The unstated (but sometimes stated) bridge that explains why the ground/data connects to the claim.

What is the Warrant

400

I've been sitting all day and feel low on energy.

What is the Grounds

400

Additional Components

What is Backing, Qualifier, and Rebuttal?

500

To acknowledge the opposing viewpoints (counter arguments), then explain why those opposing views don’t invalidate the main claim. This ultimately leads to the strengthening of the argument's credibility.

What is the Rebuttal

500

Research confirms even short workouts improve well-being.

What is the Backing

500

Year the Toulmin Argument was created.

what is 1958?