Literary arguments are the persuasive claims made by an author in a piece of literature, often supported by evidence and reasoning. They aim to convince readers of a particular viewpoint or interpretation.
Think of literary arguments as building blocks in a persuasive essay. Just like how each block supports the structure of a building, each argument supports the overall message or theme of a literary work.
Claim: A claim is a statement that asserts an idea or opinion, serving as the main point of an argument.
Evidence: Evidence refers to specific details, examples, or quotations from the text that support a claim.
Reasoning: Reasoning involves logical thinking and explanations that connect evidence to claims, helping to strengthen the overall argument.
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