Argument and Persuasion Vocabulary Review

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What is snob appeal?

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A persuasive technique that suggests something is valuable because only 'special' people appreciate it.

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What is circular reasoning?

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A logical fallacy where the argument repeats itself in different words without providing new evidence.

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What is overgeneralization?

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A broad conclusion that uses all-or-nothing words like 'always', 'never', or 'every'.

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What is stereotyping?

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Presenting a narrow idea about all members of a certain group, often based on limited information.

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What is endorsement?

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A recommendation made by someone who is well-known but not necessarily an authority on the subject.

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What is logical appeal?

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A persuasive technique that uses logic and reason to convince the audience.

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What is emotional appeal?

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A persuasive technique that targets the audience's emotions to elicit a response.

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What is loaded language?

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Words that are emotionally charged and can influence the audience's perception.

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What is name-calling?

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A persuasive technique that uses negative labels to discredit an opponent.

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What is bandwagon?

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A persuasive technique that suggests one should do something because everyone else is doing it.