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Unit 3 Vocabulary
Vocabulary and Literature Terms
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| controversy | a public debate or dispute concerning a matter of opinion |
| argument | a set of reasons given with the aim of persuading others that an action or idea is right or wrong |
| claim | the overall thesis describing the author's position on an issue. A writer states a position or opinion about a topic. |
| reasons | the points that explain why the author is making a certain claim |
| evidence | the facts, details and information that support the reasons for the claim |
| research | (verb) locate reliable information from a variety of sources. (noun) it also describes the information found from the search. |
| citation | the practice of quoting or referring to sources of textual evidence |
| plagiarism | using or imitating another person's words or ideas without giving proper credit. |
| credible | is to be reliable, believable, and trustworthy. Evidence must be credible in order to be convincing. |
| relevant | closely connected to the matter at hand (for example, evidence supporting a claim) |
| sufficient | adequate for the purpose of supporting a claim or reason |
| editorial | is a short essay in which someone speaking for a publication expresses an opinion or takes a stand on an issue. News sources—such as television, radio, magazines, newspapers, or online sources—often publish editorials for their readers. |
| tone | is the attitude that a writer or speaker displays toward his or her subject. |
| formal style | is a style of writing or speaking that is appropriate for formal communication such as in academics or business. |
| rhetorical appeals | or persuasive strategies, are used in arguments to support claims. |
| logos | is a rhetorical appeal that uses logical reasoning and evidence. |
| pathos | is a rhetorical appeal to feelings. |