Credible Sources
A source that is accurate, trustworthy, and written by an expert
What is a credible source?
The main statement you want to prove
What is a claim?
This rhetorical appeal uses feelings
What is pathos?
This is the beginning of your essay with your thesis.
What is the introduction?
This is who you are writing to
What is the audience?
What is the audience?
Name one example of a reliable website
What is a .gov or .edu site?
This supports your claim with facts
What is evidence?
This appeal uses logic and facts
What is logos?
This part of an essay explains your reasons and details
What is the body?
Why you are writing (to inform, persuade, etc.)
What is purpose?
Name one NOT credible source
What is a random blog or anonymous post?
The opposing side of an argument
What is a counterargument?
This rhetorical appeal builds trust
What is ethos?
This is the final paragraph of an essay that wraps up your ideas
What is the conclusion?
Considering your audience makes writing more what?
What is clear or effective?
Why are credible sources important?
What is they make information trustworthy?
This responds to the counterargument
What is a rebuttal?
Name all three rhetorical appeals
What are ethos, pathos, logos?
Good writing includes beginning, middle, and ___
What is end?
What should you think about when writing for your audience?
What is their background knowledge and what is your purpose?
Give TWO examples of credible sources
What are .gov sites and research organizations?
What are the three parts of a strong argument?
What are claim, evidence, and reasoning?
Which appeal would you use to make someone feel sad?
What is pathos?
Why is organization important?
What is it makes ideas clear and easy to follow?
Why is knowing your audience important?
What is it helps you communicate effectively?