Argument Flashcardizz 23

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Using emotion to support a claim or opinion is

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Pathos

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The writer's position on an issue is called

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claim

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Any information that helps prove a claim is known as

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evidence

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A statement that uses facts or statistics to support an argument is called

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Logos

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Which fallacy is defined as exploiting feelings of pity or guilt to win support for an argument?

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Appeal to Pity

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The opposite of a claim, presenting an opposing viewpoint is called

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counterclaim

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A statement that counters or refutes a claim is known as

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rebuttal

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The main argument or position that a writer takes in an essay is called

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thesis

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A logical fallacy that occurs when a conclusion does not logically follow from the premises is called

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Non-Sequitur

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The use of credibility or ethical appeal to persuade an audience is known as

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Ethos