Argument Unit Pretest

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What is a claim in an argument?

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A claim is your position or assertion about a particular topic or issue.

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What is text evidence?

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Details from a text that is directly quoted or paraphrased that supports a reader's claim or analysis.

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What is a logical fallacy?

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An incorrect argument that is not based on sound reasoning.

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What is ethos in persuasion?

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A method of persuasion based on the writer or speaker's credibility, influenced by expertise, knowledge, experience, training, and credentials.

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What is the purpose of a rebuttal?

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To counter or refute an opposing argument.

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What is a concession in an argument?

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An acknowledgment of the validity of an opposing viewpoint.

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What does pathos refer to in persuasive writing?

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A method of persuasion that appeals to the audience's emotions.

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What is logos in argumentation?

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A method of persuasion based on logic and reason.

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What is the difference between a claim and an argument?

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A claim is a statement of belief, while an argument is a set of claims supported by evidence.

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What is the role of a counterargument?

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To present opposing viewpoints to strengthen the original argument.