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U4-Argument Terms

TermDefinition
Argument The overall topic
Hook The first line(s) of your essay that are meant to grab the reader’s attention
Logos Appealing to your reader/listeners’ logic/reasoning. Uses facts, data, statistics, etc. for support
Opposition Those that go against your claim; the other side of the argument
Complex Sentence This sentence has ONE independent clause, at least ONE dependent clause, and an SC (subordinate conjunction). Often, the counterclaim is written in this sentence type.
Claim This simply states your position on the topic and whether you are for or against it.
Bias Leaning and showing your favoring of one side of the argument versus the other.
Pathos Appealing to your reader/listeners’ emotions
Ethos Appealing to your reader/listeners’ credibility/ethics (are you trustworthy; do you have a good reputation)?
Counterclaim Showing that you’ve researched BOTH sides by identifying the OTHER SIDE of the argument and shutting it down
Thesis Statement The last sentence of your introduction that lists your 3 main reasons
"Clincher" Statement The last sentence(s) of your essay that is strong, powerful, and memorable (leaves a lasting impression).
“Call-To-Action” Asking your reader or listen to do something as a result of reading your essay or listening to your speech
Evidence This should be relevant and substantial and DIRECTLY support your reasons
Context Clues These help you to figure out unknown vocabulary. There are 5 techniques: 1)Definition, 2)Synonym, 3)Antonym, 4)Context, 5)Using prefix, suffix, and root.
Citing Sources Giving credit where credit is due. IE: in a “Bibliography” page
Prefix/Root/Suffix The beginning, base, and end portion of a word that can help the reader to break down the word to derive meaning
Reasons There are THREE of these and they should all DIRECTLY SUPPORT your claim.
Created by: stepht314
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