1. ELA Core Words!

2. WORD
CLAIM

3. - position on a given topic
DEFINITION
- position on a given topic

4. Example
If somebody gives an argument to support his position, it is called making a claim. Different reasons are usually presented to prove why a certain point should be accepted as logical. A general model is given below to explain the steps following in making a claim.

5. WORD
CITE

6. - quoting specific evidence
DEFINITION
- quoting specific evidence

7. Example
to quote (a passage, book, author, etc.), especially as an authority: He cited the Constitution in his defense. to mention in support, proof, or confirmation; refer to as an example: He cited many instances of abuse of power.

8. WORD
INFERENCE

9. - educated guess based on information and prior knowledge
DEFINITION
- educated guess based on information and prior knowledge

10. Example
Inference Examples. When we make an inference, we draw a conclusion based on the evidence that we have available. When we make inferences while reading, we are using the evidence that is available in the text to draw a logical conclusion. ... You can infer that this character is a mother.

11. WORD
CENTRAL IDEA

12. - underlying message of a text
DEFINITION
- underlying message of a text

13. Example
The central idea is typically expressed as a universal truth or theme that is built and supported by the setting and characters in a story. The central idea is typically implied in the narrative through the experiences of the characters, as well as the interactions and conflicts that they face in the story. The events that take place and the character's thoughts and emotions that occur as a result of these experiences…

14. WORD
REBUTTAL

15. - an attempt to disprove an argument by offering a counter argument
DEFINITION
- an attempt to disprove an argument by offering a counter argument

16. Example
The definition of a rebuttal is an opposing argument or debate. An example of a rebuttal is a defense attorney responding to allegations made by a district attorney against their client.

17. Let’s Practice: main Idea!
idea/paragraphs-2-main-idea.pdf