Intro to Argument: Flashcard 1.2

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What is ethos in persuasive writing?

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Ethos is a persuasive appeal to credibility or character, often established by the speaker or writer's authority on the subject.

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What is a claim in academic writing?

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A claim is a main idea or thesis statement that is supported by reasoning and evidence.

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What is pathos in persuasive writing?

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Pathos is a persuasive appeal to emotion, aiming to evoke an emotional response from the audience.

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What distinguishes an arguable claim from a non-arguable claim?

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An arguable claim can be supported or opposed with evidence and reasoning, while a non-arguable claim is a statement of fact that cannot be debated.

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What role does a claim play in argumentative writing?

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A claim presents a specific stance or opinion that the writer intends to argue or support.

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How can ethos be established in an argument?

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Ethos can be established by demonstrating expertise, experience, or moral character relevant to the topic.

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What is the purpose of using pathos in an argument?

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The purpose of using pathos is to connect with the audience emotionally, making the argument more persuasive.

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What are the three main persuasive appeals in rhetoric?

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The three main persuasive appeals are ethos (credibility), pathos (emotion), and logos (logic/reasoning).

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What is logos in persuasive writing?

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Logos is a persuasive appeal to logic and reasoning, using facts, statistics, and logical arguments to support a claim.

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What is the difference between a thesis statement and a claim?

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A thesis statement is a specific type of claim that outlines the main argument of a piece of writing, while a claim can refer to any assertion made in an argument.