**What are the three parts of an argument?** The three parts of an argument are: 1. Assertion. 2. Reasoning. 3. Evidence. > **What is the assertion?** > The assertion is *the thesis statement or the main point of an argument.* > > **What is the reasoning?** > The reasoning is *the "because" part of an argument.* > > **What is the evidence?** > The evidence is *expert testimony, statistics, or historical or contemporary examples which support the reasoning.* > [!example] Example of an argument composed of an assertion, reasoning, and evidence > 1. Assertion - Homework is a waste of time ... > 2. Reasoning - ... because it takes away from other activities that are more important. > 3. Evidence - For example, we end up doing worksheets of math problems instead of getting outside and getting fresh air and exercise.