Argument - "Better Than Words: Say It With a Selfie"

states a position or makes a claim about a topic includes evidence. 

• Argument

• Claim

• Evidence

• Rhetorical Device

Persuasive techniques used to convince readers

• Claim

• Figurative Language

• Rhetorical Devices

• Evidence

an opinion or position about a topic

• counterargument

• reasoning

• claim

• argument

Information, facts, statistics, example, anecdote, or research that supports claim

• Claim

• Rhetorical Devices

• Argument

• Evidence

Explanation on how evidence supports claim 

• Claim

• Reasoning

• Evidence

• Counter argument

acknowledges an opposing viewpoint and then "counters" that viewpoint with further reasons or evidence.

• Counter argument

• Claim

• Argument

• Evidence

What is the claim of “Better Than Words: Say It with a Selfie”?

• People throughout history have made self-portraits.

• Selfies are a positive form of self-expression.

• A lot can be learned about people from their selfies.

• Mobile devices make taking selfies easier.

What is the main rhetorical device used in "Better Than Words: Say It With a Selfie"?

• Irony

• Tone

• Allusion

• Hyperbole

Who is the intended audience of the argument?

• Parents

• Little kids

• Teenagers

• Females

What is the purpose of using rhetorical devices in an argument?

• To provide statistical data

• To enhance the argument's persuasiveness

• To confuse the audience

• To summarize the main points