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Unit 1: Claims and Evidence

AP English Language and Composition — Note Packet

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Key Terms

Rhetorical Situation

The _ in which a communicative act takes place, dictating everything about a text.

Angle of Vision

A writer's unique _, background, experiences, and biases that shape how they see and present information.

Line of Reasoning

The logical _ of an argument, showing how a writer connects claims, evidence, and ideas to build their overall point.

Claim

An _, a statement that requires support and is debatable, forming the core of an argument.

Main Claim / Thesis Statement

The _ assertion of an entire piece, guiding the reader through the essay's argument.

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