Argument Vocabulary Unit 3

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What is logos?

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Logos refers to reasonable and logical evidence that a writer or speaker presents to support their claim.

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What is a claim?

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A claim is a writer or speaker's opinion or belief that must be proven through reasons, evidence, and explanations.

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What is a call to action?

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A call to action is when a writer or speaker asks their audience to support their claim by doing something.

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What is argument writing?

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Argument writing involves making a claim or taking a position and supporting it with evidence or facts on a topic or issue that is open to challenge.

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What is pathos?

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Pathos is emotional persuasion that moves an audience to think or act upon a speaker or writer's argument and claims.

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What is ethos?

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Ethos refers to the credibility or ethical appeal of the speaker or writer, establishing trust with the audience.

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What is a thesis?

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A thesis is a statement or theory that is put forward as a premise to be maintained or proved in an argument.

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What is a counterclaim?

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A counterclaim is an argument that opposes the main claim, providing an alternative perspective.

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What is evidence in argumentation?

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Evidence consists of facts, statistics, or expert opinions used to support a claim.

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What is the purpose of an argument?

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The purpose of an argument is to persuade the audience to accept a particular point of view or take a specific action.