Argument Terms

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What is an appeal to emotions in argumentation?

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An appeal to emotions is a rhetorical strategy that aims to evoke feelings in the audience to persuade them, rather than relying solely on logic or facts.

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What is NOT a part of argumentative writing?

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Personal anecdotes as the main form of evidence.

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What is another term for effective communication or language?

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Rhetoric.

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What is an Ad Hominem fallacy?

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An Ad Hominem fallacy occurs when someone attacks the character or personal traits of their opponent instead of engaging with their argument.

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What does bias mean in the context of argumentation?

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Bias refers to a tendency to favor one side or perspective over another, which can affect the objectivity of an argument.

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What is a clear and debatable claim?

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A clear and debatable claim is a statement that presents a specific position on an issue that can be supported or opposed with evidence.

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What role does logical reasoning play in argumentative writing?

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Logical reasoning connects evidence to the claim, helping to establish a coherent and persuasive argument.

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What is the purpose of using rhetoric in writing?

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The purpose of using rhetoric is to effectively communicate ideas and persuade the audience through language and style.

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What is a Red Herring fallacy?

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A Red Herring fallacy is a distraction technique that introduces irrelevant information to divert attention from the main argument.

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What is a Hasty Generalization fallacy?

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A Hasty Generalization fallacy occurs when a conclusion is drawn from insufficient or biased evidence.