Argument and Persuasion

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Argument

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A reason or set of reasons given to persuade others that an action or idea is right or wrong.

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CCSS.RI.7.6

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.SL.7.3

CCSS.W.7.1B

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Persuasion

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Convincing someone to act in a certain way to believe something.

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CCSS.RI.7.6

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.W.7.1A

CCSS.W.7.1B

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Argumentative Essays

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Written works that present a claim and support it with evidence and reasoning.

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CCSS.W.7.1A

CCSS.W.7.1B

CCSS.W.7.1C

CCSS.W.7.1E

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Kairos

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is about the right time to deliver an argument and involves using the appropriate tone and structure.

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CCSS.SL.7.4

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Ethos

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This means trust and credibility. It's when the writer or speaker shows they are honest and know what they're talking about, so people believe them.

For example, you’d trust a teacher explaining a math problem because they are an expert.

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Logos

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This means logic and facts. It's when the writer or speaker uses evidence and reasons to make a strong argument.

For example, "If we recycle, we reduce waste in landfills by 50%."

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Pathos

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This means emotions. It's when the writer or speaker tries to make you feel something, like happiness, sadness, or anger, to convince you.

For example, a poster showing a sad puppy might make you feel bad and want to adopt a pet.

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Rhetorical Questions

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Questions asked to make a point rather than to elicit an answer, often used in persuasive writing.

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Counterargument

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An argument made to oppose another argument, often used to strengthen the original argument by addressing potential objections.

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CCSS.W.7.1A

CCSS.W.7.1C

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Purpose

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The reason WHY you are writing the essay. 

What is the objective of your essay? What are you supposed to do?