Argumentative Unit Review

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What is evidence in an argumentative essay?

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Evidence refers to the facts, details, and quotations from credible sources that support a claim in an argumentative essay.

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What is a claim?

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A claim is a statement or assertion that is open to challenge and requires support through evidence.

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What is a counterclaim?

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A counterclaim is an argument that opposes the main claim, presenting an alternative viewpoint.

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What is a rebuttal?

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A rebuttal is a response to a counterclaim, providing evidence or reasoning to refute it.

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What is ethos?

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Ethos is a rhetorical device that establishes credibility or trustworthiness of the speaker or source.

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What is pathos?

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Pathos is a rhetorical appeal to emotion, aiming to persuade the audience by eliciting feelings.

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What is logos?

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Logos is a rhetorical appeal to logic and reason, using facts and logical arguments to persuade.

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What is the purpose of an argumentative essay?

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The purpose of an argumentative essay is to present a position on a topic and support it with evidence and reasoning.

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What role do credible sources play in an argumentative essay?

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Credible sources provide reliable evidence that strengthens the argument and enhances its persuasiveness.

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How can one identify a rhetorical appeal in an advertisement?

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One can identify a rhetorical appeal by analyzing the techniques used to persuade the audience, such as emotional language (pathos), credible endorsements (ethos), or logical arguments (logos).