Additional support for the warrant. In many cases, the warrant is an implied statement, so a backing supports the warrant by providing a specific example that justifies it.
Ex. You know that your neighbor Piere has two poodles.
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Warrant
Either implied or stated, the warrant is the assumption that ties the grounds to the claim.
Ex. Dogs are animals that naturally bark.
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Grounds Qualifier Claim
The evidence & facts supporting the claim.
Ex. You are hearing a barking sound.
Hints that the claim may not be true in all circumstances.
Ex. So, most likely . . .
The assertion for authors to prove to their audience. Aka the main argument.
Ex. There are dogs nearby.
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Rebuttal
The acknowledgement of an additional valid view of the situation. Ex. Unless there are coyotes or wolves nearby.
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Toulmin System
