Modes of Persuasion
This mode of persuasion involves appealing to the audience's emotions.
What is pathos?
This type of claim argues that something should or should not be done.
What is a claim of policy?
This is the term for the main argument or thesis of an essay or presentation.
What is a claim?
This mode of persuasion relies on logic, reason, and evidence to support a claim.
What is logos?
This type of claim makes a judgment about what is good, bad, right, or wrong.
What is a claim of value?
What is in the introduction of an argumentative essay?
This part of an argumentative essay introduces the main claim or thesis. Sometimes also the context.
This mode of persuasion is about establishing the speaker's credibility and trustworthiness.
What is ethos?
This type of claim asserts that something is true or false, based on verifiable evidence.
What is a claim of fact?
What is in the body of the argumentative essay?
This part of the essay provides evidence, examples, and reasoning to support the claim.
This rhetorical concept refers to the opportune moment or timing of an argument.
What is kairos?
"The government should implement stricter gun control laws" is an example of this type of claim.
What is a claim of policy?
What is the counterargument?
This part of the essay addresses opposing viewpoints and refutes them.
Using this mode of persuasion, you might cite reliable sources or demonstrate expertise on a topic.
What is ethos?
"Democracy is the best form of government because it promotes freedom and equality" is an example of this type of claim.
What is a claim of value?
What is in the conclusion?
This part of the essay summarizes the main points and restates the thesis.