Recap Cap

Your opinion or argument is called a(n) 

• claim 
• evidence 
• counterclaim 
• limitation 

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CCSS.L.9-10.1B

CCSS.L.4.1C

Which of the following is NOT a form of evidence?

• quote from an expert

• a statistic

• government definitions

• a counterclaim

A position statement that asserts an idea or makes an argument for a specific side

• concession

• claim/thesis

• refutation

• evidence

Which would be the most "credible" source for your evidence?

• An article from a news journal
• A quote from Wikipedia
• A quote from a popular blog with over a million followers
• A statement from a famous celebrity

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CCSS.W.6.1B

CCSS.W.6.8

What is the purpose of an argument?

• TO EXPLAIN
• TO PERSUADE
• TO ENTERTAIN
• TO INFORM

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CCSS.RI.8.6

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.SL.8.3

What is a logical appeal supported by reasons and evidence

• claim

• evidence

• counterargument

• argument

Facts, expert opinions, examples, or other details that back up a reason or claim are considered as:

• argument

• counterargument

• evidence

• claim

What does it mean to "evaluate" an argument?

• to disagree with the argument
• to respond to the argument
• to decide whether it makes sense and is convincing
• to provide a counterargument 

What persuasive appeal is used in the following:

"As a doctor, I am qualified to tell you that this course of treatment will likely generate the best results."

• ethos

• logos

• pathos

What persuasive appeal is used in the following:

"My three decades of experience in public service, my tireless commitment to the people of this community, and my willingness to reach across the aisle and cooperate with the opposition, make me the ideal candidate for your mayor."

• ethos

• logos

• pathos