Flush Chapters 12-17 and Persuasive Language Review

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What is the goal of an argument?

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The goal of an argument is to get someone to see your point of view.

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What was 'Operation Royal Flush'?

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It was a plan to flush the food coloring down the toilets of the Coral Queen.

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What is an example of irrelevant evidence?

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Individual thoughts are not relevant evidence.

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Why did Bull apologize?

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Bull apologized because he was terrified not to, as the old man said he'd 'be hanging close.'

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What is the strongest argument to persuade someone to buy a new video game?

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The video game won an award for Game of the Year.

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What is persuasive language?

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Persuasive language is used to convince someone to agree with a point of view or take action.

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What are facts?

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Facts are statements that can be proven true or false.

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What are statistics?

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Statistics are numerical data that can be used to support an argument.

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What is a quote?

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A quote is a repetition of someone else's statement or thoughts.

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What is the importance of evidence in an argument?

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Evidence supports the argument and helps persuade the audience.