Argument Anatomy Explorer — Toulmin Model
Example source:
Letter from Birmingham Jail
Lincoln's Second Inaugural
Sample Student Essay
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Argument Component Details
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to see its definition, an example from the selected text, and diagnostic questions to help you find it in any argument.
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Claim — what is your main position?
Evidence — what facts or examples support it?
Warrant — why does the evidence prove your claim?
Counterclaim — what would an opponent say?
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