Debate and Argumentation

Argumentation

• Writing that attempts to prove that a point of view is accurate by presenting reasoned arguments.

• A narrative that tells a story without any factual basis.

• A form of poetry that expresses emotions and feelings.

• A type of writing that focuses solely on entertainment.

Argument

• A statement put forth and supported by evidence.

• A personal opinion without any support.

• A question posed to elicit a response.

• A conclusion drawn from a single observation.

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Fact

• A statement that can be proved.

• An opinion based on personal beliefs.

• A guess about future events.

• A rumor that is widely circulated.

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Rhetoric

• The study of ancient civilizations.

• The art of effective or persuasive speaking or writing.

• A form of artistic expression through painting.

• The science of measuring sound waves.

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Opinion

• A personal view, attitude, or assessment.

• A scientific fact that can be proven.

• A general consensus among a group of people.

• A legal judgment made by a court.

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Dogs are better than cats.

• Fact

• Opinion

• Myth

• Assumption

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Rebuttal

• A response to a counterargument that argues against it.

• An agreement with the opposing argument.

• A summary of the main points of the argument.

• A statement that introduces a new argument.

Persuasion

• The act of convincing someone to believe or do something.

• A method of gathering information from a group.

• The process of making a decision based on facts.

• A technique used to analyze data.

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Counterargument

• A statement that supports another argument.

• An argument made to oppose another argument.

• A conclusion drawn from evidence.

• A rhetorical question posed to provoke thought.

Stereotype

• A generalized belief about a group of people.

• A specific characteristic of an individual.

• An accurate representation of a person's behavior.

• A detailed analysis of a cultural group.

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