Across
- 1. statement of the author's point of view
- 6. attempt to persuade someone on a topic open to debate
- 8. a reliable resource the writer can use to cite information
- 10. using a professional choice of words, tone, and attitude
- 11. how the author feels about the situation or topic
- 12. facts, details, examples, etc. that support the writer's reasoning
Down
- 2. a way to describe an argument when it's based on logic and common sense
- 3. when there's enough support to make the argument convincing
- 4. words, phrases, or clauses that help the reader see how your ideas fit together to support your topic
- 5. an opposing claim that disagrees with the thesis
- 7. to disprove a statement or theory
- 9. the explanations of why the author feels the way he or she does