Argument Vocabulary

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What is argument vocabulary?

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Argument vocabulary refers to the specific terms and phrases used to construct, analyze, and discuss arguments effectively.

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What is evidence in an argument?

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Evidence is the information or data used to support a claim or argument.

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What makes evidence compelling?

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Compelling evidence is strong, relevant, and credible, often backed by research or statistics.

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What is a claim?

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A claim is a statement or assertion that can be argued or supported with evidence.

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What is a counterclaim?

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A counterclaim is an argument made to oppose another claim.

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What is a rebuttal?

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A rebuttal is an argument that contradicts or disproves a counterclaim.

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What is logos in rhetoric?

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Logos is a rhetorical appeal that uses logical reasoning, facts, and statistics to persuade an audience.

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What is pathos in rhetoric?

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Pathos is a rhetorical appeal that uses emotion to persuade an audience.

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What is ethos in rhetoric?

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Ethos is a rhetorical appeal that establishes the credibility or character of the speaker.

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What is relevance in evidence?

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Relevance refers to how closely related the evidence is to the claim being made.