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11th grade lit.
american literature and composition
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Argument | An exchange of diverging or opposite views, typically a heated or angry one. |
| Support | Bear all or part of the weight of; hold up. |
| Syllogism | An argument the conclusion of which is supported by two premises. |
| Logos | The Word of God, or principle of divine reason and creative order. |
| Persuasion | The action or fact of persuading someone or of being persuaded to do or believe something. |
| Citation | A quotation from or reference to a book, paper, or author, especially in a scholarly work. |
| Structure | Construct or arrange according to a plan; give a pattern or organization to. |
| Tautology | The saying of the same thing twice in different words. |
| Ethos | The characteristic spirit of a culture, era, or community as manifested in its beliefs and aspirations. |
| Claim | State or assert that something is the case, typically without providing evidence or proof. |
| Annotation | A note of explanation or comment added to a text or diagram. |
| Organization | An organized body of people with a particular purpose, especially a business, society, association, etc. |
| Fallacy | A mistaken belief, especially one based on unsound argument. |
| Appeal | To make a serious or urgent request, typically to the public. |
| Counter-claim | A claim made to rebut a previous claim. |
| Transition | The process or a period of changing from one state or condition to another. |
| Closure | The act or process of closing something, especially an institution, thoroughfare, or frontier, or of being closed. |
| Syntax | The arrangement of words and phrases to create well-formed sentences in a language. |
| Rhetorical Strategy | Qualities and in which the author intends a second meaning to be read |
| Evidence | The available body of facts or information indicating whether a belief or proposition is true or valid. |
| Diction | The choice and use of words and phrases in speech or writing. |
| Thesis | A statement or theory that is put forward as a premise to be maintained or proved. |
| Pathos | A quality that evokes pity or sadness. |
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