AP Lang Terminology Review for Midterm

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What does the 'P' in SPACECAT stand for?

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Purpose

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What type of claim argues that certain conditions should exist or that something should or should not be done in order to solve a problem?

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Policy

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What does the 'E' in SPACECAT stand for?

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Exigence

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What type of claim is a debatable claim that can be proven or disproven with factual evidence?

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Fact

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What is the term for information given in support of a claim or argument?

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Evidence

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What does the acronym SPACECAT represent in AP Lang?

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A framework for analyzing texts: Speaker, Purpose, Audience, Context, Exigence, Choices, Appeals, Tone.

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What is the definition of 'Exigence' in rhetorical analysis?

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The issue, problem, or situation that prompts someone to write or speak.

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What is 'Logos' in the context of persuasive writing?

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An appeal to logic and reason, using facts and evidence to support an argument.

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What is a 'Claim of Value'?

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A claim that asserts the worth or importance of something, often based on subjective judgment.

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What is a 'Counterargument'?

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An argument that opposes the main argument, used to show that the writer has considered other viewpoints.