The main argument or claim is the central idea or thesis statement of a piece of writing. It is the main point that the author wants to convey to the reader.
Think of the main argument or claim as the foundation of a building. Just like a strong foundation supports and holds up a building, the main argument or claim supports and holds together an entire piece of writing.
Supporting Evidence: These are facts, examples, statistics, or other information that support and strengthen the main argument or claim.
Counterargument: A counterargument is an opposing viewpoint to the main argument or claim. It acknowledges alternative perspectives and addresses potential objections.
Thesis Statement: The thesis statement is a concise summary of the main argument or claim in an essay. It usually appears at the end of the introduction paragraph.
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