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English Skills with Readings, 5/e
John Langan, Atlantic Community College
Arguing a Position

Key Terms


argument  a position or an assertion usually controversial in nature and supported by reasoned evidence
controversial  generating argument or debate; characteristic of a position (e.g.) that some people will be inclined not to accept
controversy  debate; argument; matter that generates difference of opinion








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