Persuasive Writing Vocabulary Flashcard

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Define Argument

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A reason or set of reasons aimed at persuading others that an action or idea is right or wrong.

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Definition: "Prejudice for or against something, usually unfair."

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Bias

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Define Counterclaim

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A claim made to rebut a previous claim.

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Definition: "A detailed analysis and assessment of something, especially a literary, philosophical, or political theory"

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Critique

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Define Ethos

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Persuasion through credibility, ethics, or morals.

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Definition: "The capacity to affect character, development, or behavior of someone or something."

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Influence

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Define Logos

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Persuasion through logic and reasoning.

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Definition: To cause someone to do something through reasoning or argument.

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Persuade

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Pathos definition

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Persuasion appealing to emotions.

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Definition of "A refutation or contradiction"?

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Rebuttal