Classical Argument

What is the primary focus of the Peroratio in classical argument?

• To conclude by summing up the argument

• To forecast main elements of the argument

• To grab the audience's attention

• To present the author's arguments in support of the claim

What is the purpose of the Divisio in classical argument?

• To forecast main elements of the argument

• To grab the audience's attention

• To present the author's thesis

• To summarize opposing views

What is the Greek term for 'word' in classical appeals?

• Logos

• Pathos

• Ethos

• Kairos

What is the primary focus of the Confutatio in classical argument?

• To summarize opposing views

• To conclude by summing up the argument

• To grab the audience's attention

• To present the author's arguments in support of the claim

What is the purpose of the Partitio in classical argument?

• To summarize opposing views

• To forecast main elements of the argument

• To present the author's thesis

• To grab the audience's attention

Which of the following is the correct order for classical argument structure?

• Introduction, Narration, Confirmation, Refutation/Concession, Summation

• Introduction, Narration, Summation, Confirmation, Refutation/Concession

• Summation, Introduction, Narration, Confirmation, Refutation/Concession

• Confirmation, Introduction, Refutation/Concession, Summation, Narration

Which area asks you to present an opposite viewpoint and prove why yours is better?

• Confirmation

• Narration

• Introduction

• Refutation/Concession

Which of the Latin terms below is referring to the SUPPORT added to the reasoning in an argument?

• divisio

• refutatio

• narratio

• cofirmatio

Which of the Latin terms below is referring to the CONCLUSION at the end of an argument?

• divisio

• narratio

• peroratio

• refutatio

Which of the Latin terms below is referring to the COUNTER-ARGUMENTS anticipated in an argument?

• refutatio

• exordium

• narratio

• divisio