Assessment Review: Argumentation

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What is argumentation?

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Argumentation is the process of reasoning systematically in support of an idea, action, or theory. It involves presenting evidence and reasoning to persuade others.

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What are the three main appeals in argumentation?

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The three main appeals are Ethos (credibility), Pathos (emotional appeal), and Logos (logical reasoning).

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Define Ethos in argumentation.

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Ethos refers to the credibility or ethical appeal of the speaker or writer. It establishes trust and authority.

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What is Pathos?

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Pathos is an appeal to the audience's emotions, aiming to elicit feelings that support the argument.

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Define Logos in argumentation.

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Logos is the appeal to logic and reason, using facts, statistics, and logical reasoning to persuade an audience.

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What is an anecdote?

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An anecdote is a short, personal story used to illustrate a point or support an argument.

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How does personal branding relate to Ethos?

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Personal branding involves creating a public persona that establishes credibility and trust, which is essential for Ethos.

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What is the role of evidence in argumentation?

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Evidence supports claims and arguments, making them more convincing and credible.

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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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Give an example of a logical fallacy.

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An example of a logical fallacy is the ad hominem fallacy, where an argument attacks a person's character instead of addressing the argument itself.