Argument

When the author wants to  convince you on their position.

• description

• information

• argument

• nonfiction

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.6

CCSS.RI.7.6

CCSS.RI.7.9

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

The opposite viewpoint of the author’s claim. 

• claim

• counterclaim

• reasons

• evidence

Rebuttal

• When the author responds directly to the counterclaim.

• The author does not defend their claim.

• The author is thinking.

• The author is describing.

Helps explain the why to convince the reader of your stance

• counterclaim

• claim

• evidence

• Reasons

These are statements that can be proven to be true and difficult to oppose.

• opinions

• confirmed facts

• claim

• counterclaim

These are direct statements from leading experts on a certain topic or a reference to another expert’s statements.

• pathos

• statistics

• Direct quotes from authority

• logos

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

when you use facts and logic to persuade someone

• ethos

• logos

• pathos

• claim

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

when you use emotions to persuade someone;makes an argument seem more personal and relevant;try to connect with your audience and make them feel something. People are often more likely to be convinced by an argument that appeals to their emotions because it feels more important and meaningful.

• ethos

• logos

• pathos

• claim

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

when a person's reputation or credibility is used to persuade others;makes a person seem trustworthy, knowledgeable, and reliable. People with strong ethos are often seen as good leaders and respected members of their community.

• logos

• claim

• pahos

• ethos

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Research by experts

• Research that is done by professors, researchers, or doctors who have a deep knowledge of the topic; always found in credible/reliable sources.

• claims

• counterclaims

• authority direct quotes