Argumentative Writing & Informational Text Vocabulary Review

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What is an appeal to ethics and credibility?

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Ethos: A rhetorical appeal that focuses on the credibility and ethical character of the speaker or writer.

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What are notes added to the text while participating in active reading?

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Annotation: The act of adding notes or comments to a text to enhance understanding.

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What is a detailed explanation or commentary?

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Justification: A reasoned explanation that supports a claim or argument.

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Who are the persons reached by a book, radio, or TV broadcast?

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Audience: The group of people who receive and interpret a message.

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What is the choice and use of words and phrases in speech and writing?

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Diction: The style of speaking or writing determined by the choice of words.

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What is the emotional appeal used in persuasive writing?

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Pathos: A rhetorical appeal that evokes emotions in the audience.

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What is a statement that can be proven or disproven?

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Claim: An assertion or proposition that is open to challenge.

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What is the main argument or position taken in a piece of writing?

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Thesis: A statement that presents the main idea or argument of a text.

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What is the evidence or reasoning used to support a claim?

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Support: Information or data that backs up a claim or argument.

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What is the overall intention or goal of a piece of writing?

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Purpose: The reason why a text is written, such as to inform, persuade, or entertain.