Claims & Evidence
What does it mean to make a claim?
to demand something, say something is true, or assert that you have a right to something
What do we call a flaw in an arguement that makes it untrue?
logical fallacy
establishing the credibility and authority of the speaker or writer
Why should you think about what other people might argue against your point?
strengthens your overall argument
Why do you need a thesis in an essay?
it acts as the central argument or main point, clearly stating the writer's position on a topic and providing a roadmap for the entire essay, allowing the reader to easily follow the line of reasoning and understand the key ideas being presented throughout the piece
How does evidence help your claim?
providing concrete proof or support for your statement
What's the problem with saying "Because i said so it's true"?
It dosen't prove your answer and dosen't state your evidence or proof.
How does pathos persuade people?
uses emotions to convince an audience
Why is it important to think about counterarguements?
it allows you to anticipate potential objections to your argument, demonstrate a well-rounded understanding of the topic, strengthen your own position by addressing opposing viewpoints, and ultimately appear more credible and persuasive to your audience
What is the purpose of a topic sentence in a paragraph?
to introduce the main idea or focus of that paragraph
How does using specific examples help to strengthen an argument?
providing concrete evidence that directly illustrates and supports the claim being made
What is a "Slippery slope" fallacy?
an argument that claims an initial event or action will trigger a series of other events and lead to an extreme or undesirable outcome
How can you use pathos and logos together in an argument?
present logical evidence and data to support your claims, while simultaneously incorporating emotional language and personal stories to connect with the audience on a deeper level, making them feel the weight of the issue and resonate with your argument
What is the purpose of a rebuttal?
to counter, disprove, or contradict the opposing party's evidence or argument
What should be included in the body paragraphs of an essay?
a clear topic sentence that introduces the main point of the paragraph, relevant supporting evidence like examples, facts, or quotes, analysis of that evidence to explain how it supports your thesis, and smooth transitions to connect ideas between paragraphs
Why is it important that your evidence matches your claim?
if the evidence doesn't directly support your statement, your argument becomes weak, unconvincing, and potentially misleading
What are fallaces bad in an arguement?
make an argument weak by using mistaken beliefs/ideas, invalid arguments, illogical arguments, and/or deceptiveness
How does logos make an argument stronger?
appealing to the audience's logic and reason through the presentation of clear, well-supported evidence like facts, statistics, and data
How do you respond to a counterargument in your writing?
first acknowledge the opposing viewpoint respectfully, then provide a well-reasoned rebuttal that explains why your original argument is still stronger, using evidence and logic to refute the counterargument
summarizing the main points, reinforcing the central thesis, and providing a final, convincing statement that leaves the reader with a clear understanding of the argument's position, effectively persuading them to accept the viewpoint presented
How can you tell if a source of evidence is reliable?
evaluating its currency, relevance, authority, accuracy, and purpose
What is the "false cause" fallacy?
an informal logical fallacy that occurs when someone assumes that one thing causes another without proof
Can you think of an example where ethos is used in a commercial?
when a well-known athlete, like Michael Jordan, endorses a brand like Nike
demonstrating a well-rounded understanding of the topic by acknowledging potential opposing viewpoints, addressing them directly, and ultimately strengthening your own argument by showing why your position is more valid despite the counterclaim
Why are transitions important between paragraphs?
they act as bridges, smoothly connecting ideas between different sections of writing, allowing the reader to follow the flow of your argument or narrative without abrupt jumps and ensuring the overall coherence of your piece by clearly indicating how each paragraph relates to the previous one