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Argumentative Elements
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Writing
7th Grade
03/25/2021

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Claim

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The main point of the writing. A claim defines the goal of your writing, and it must be argumentative, meaning there must be multiple viewpoints on it. 
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Reasons

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The cause, explanation, or logic an author uses to create their claim.
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Evidence

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The reference to facts, testimony, documentation, etc., that support the author's claim and reasons. These often need to be cited. 
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Counterclaim

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A claim that goes against the author's original argumentative claim. Authors should consider counterclaims and provide reasons and evidence why they don't agree.
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Rebuttal

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When the author provides reasons and evidence that the counterclaim is incorrect or insufficient. 
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Students should have to wear uniforms...
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Claim

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... because they make it easier to get ready for school, create a sense of community, and prevent distraction.
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Reasons

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School uniforms create a sense of community because they decrease the chance of bullying (Fact, 2016, pg.101).
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Evidence

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Students should not have to wear uniforms because they decrease student individuality...
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Counterclaim

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Uniforms do not decrease individuality because students can still choose jewelry, makeup, hairstyles, shoes, etc.
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Rebuttal

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