Informational Unit Vocab

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Context

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The words, sentences, or passages that precede or follow a specific word, sentence, or passage.

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Inference

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A logical guess made by connecting bits of information.

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Literary analysis

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A close examination and interpretation of a literary work that analyzes the author’s use of language, devices, and genre characteristics to convey meaning.

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Prediction

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A form of inference in which the reader gathers and analyzes details in order to anticipate and foresee forthcoming events and information.

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Bias

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A particular inclination, feeling, or opinion about a subject that is often preconceived or unreasoned.

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Call to action

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A technique in a persuasive text that motivates or compels the audience to respond to the author’s argument by completing a task.

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Claim

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An assertion, position, or arguable thesis about a topic or issue.

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Clarity

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The quality of being clear; easy to see, hear, or understand.

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Concession

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A technique used in argumentation wherein a writer/speaker acknowledges a point made by the opposition to establish understanding of the issue from various angles and enhance credibility.

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Conclusion

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The closing of a text or speech that reinforces and summarizes the thesis or argument.