◦The basic format for the Toulmin
Method is as follows.
◦Claim: The overall thesis the writer will
argue for.
◦Data: Evidence gathered to support the
claim.
◦Warrant (also referred to as a bridge):
Explanation of why or how the data supports the claim, the underlying
assumption that connects your data to your claim.
◦Backing (also referred to as the
foundation): Additional logic or reasoning that may be necessary to support the
warrant.
◦Counterclaim: A claim that negates or
disagrees with the thesis/claim.
◦Rebuttal: Evidence that negates or
disagrees with the counterclaim.
