Rhetorical Devices/Logical Fallacies
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English
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8th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is an analogy?
Back
A comparison between two different things that share some similarities, often used to explain a concept by relating it to something familiar.
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CCSS.L.6.5B
CCSS.L.8.5B
CCSS.W.11-12.2D
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is circular reasoning?
Back
A logical fallacy where the conclusion is included in the premise, essentially arguing that something is true because it is true.
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CCSS.L.7.6
CCSS.L.8.6
CCSS.L.9-10.6
CCSS.W.8.2D
CCSS.W.9-10.2D
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a slippery slope fallacy?
Back
A logical fallacy that suggests that a relatively small first step leads to a chain of related events culminating in some significant effect, often negative.
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CCSS.L.7.6
CCSS.L.8.6
CCSS.L.9-10.6
CCSS.W.8.2D
CCSS.W.9-10.2D
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a rhetorical device?
Back
Any stylistic element or resource of language that an author or speaker uses to persuade or create a desired impact on the audience.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the bandwagon fallacy?
Back
A logical fallacy that suggests something is true or right because many people believe it to be so.
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CCSS.L.7.6
CCSS.L.8.6
CCSS.L.9-10.6
CCSS.W.7.2D
CCSS.W.8.2D
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is loaded language?
Back
Words or phrases that are emotionally charged and intended to provoke a strong reaction, often used to persuade.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is an anecdote?
Back
A short, personal story used to illustrate a point or make a connection with the audience.
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CCSS.L.7.6
CCSS.L.8.6
CCSS.L.9-10.6
CCSS.W.8.2D
CCSS.W.9-10.2D
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