Argumentation Flashcard

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What is pathos?

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Pathos is a rhetorical device that appeals to the audience's emotions, often used in hooks like jokes, anecdotes, or strong figurative language.

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What question should a strong conclusion answer?

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A strong conclusion should answer the question 'So what?' to emphasize the significance of the argument.

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What is a slippery slope fallacy?

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A slippery slope fallacy occurs when an argument suggests that a relatively small first step will inevitably lead to a chain of related events culminating in some significant impact.

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What is a red herring fallacy?

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A red herring fallacy is a distraction from the main argument, introducing irrelevant information to divert attention.

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What is an appeal to authority fallacy?

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An appeal to authority fallacy occurs when someone argues that a claim is true simply because an authority figure believes it to be true, without providing further evidence.

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What is ethos?

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Ethos is a rhetorical device that establishes credibility or ethical appeal, convincing the audience of the speaker's reliability or character.

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What is logos?

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Logos is a rhetorical device that uses logical reasoning, facts, and evidence to persuade the audience.

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What is a logical fallacy?

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A logical fallacy is an error in reasoning that undermines the logic of an argument.

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What is the purpose of a hook in an argument?

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The purpose of a hook is to grab the audience's attention and engage them right from the beginning.

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What does 'So what?' signify in an argument?

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'So what?' signifies the importance or relevance of the argument, prompting the audience to consider its implications.