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Unit 3 Vocabulary

Vocabulary and Literature Terms

TermDefinition
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.
 

 



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