Claim
A claim
What is the main argument of an essay?
What is evidence?
Evidence is information used to support or prove a claim or argument.
What does ethos refer to in an argument?
Ethos helps the audience feel confident in the argument because they believe in the credibility and integrity of the person delivering it.
What is pathos?
Pathos is the appeal to emotion in an argument.
What does logos refer to in an argument?
Logistics, data, and facts
Example of a claim about school lunches
What is school lunches should have more options for students?
Name two types of evidence that can support a claim.
Facts, statistics, data
How can an author build ethos in their writing?
By using credible sources with experience, such as a doctor, lawyer, chef, etc.
Give an example of how pathos can be used in an argument.
"Imagine a world where the majestic tiger, a symbol of strength and beauty, no longer roams the forests."
Give an example of how logos can strengthen a claim.
Logos is the appeal to logic and reason. It strengthens a claim by providing clear, rational evidence such as facts, statistics, and logical reasoning to support the argument.
Purpose of a clear claim
What is so the reader knows where you stand on a topic?
Why is it important to use evidence from credible sources?
Credible sources build strong arguments.
Give an example of a situation where ethos might be important.
For example, a situation where ethos would be important would be a doctor arguing about the importance of vaccinations.
Why might an author use emotional appeals?
Emotional appeals help to make the argument more compelling, personal, and motivating, encouraging the audience to feel invested in the issue.
Why is logical reasoning important in an argument?
It provides statistics, data, and facts about the argument.
How can you make your claim more persuasive?
What is use strong evidence to support your claim?
How can statistics serve as effective evidence?
It adds credibility.
What role does the author's credibility play in persuasion?
It impacts the readers' trust in the author.
What is alternative persepective mean?
It is when people point out the strength of one side of an issue and the weaknesses of the other.
What does ambiguous antecedent mean?
An ambiguous antecedent occurs when it is unclear which noun a pronoun is referring to in a sentence.
What should you include when introducing your claim in writing?
Clearly state your claim and reasoning for your claim.
What is a counterargument, and why should it be acknowledged?
A counterargument is an opposing viewpoint or perspective that disagrees with your main claim or argument. It presents reasons or evidence that challenge your position.
How can personal experience enhance ethos in an argument?
If the author has personal experience with the topic, it can demonstrate their practical expertise, not just theoretical knowledge.
What are transition words?
Transition words are words or phrases that help connect ideas, sentences, or paragraphs in writing.
What are the purpose of pronouns?
The purpose of pronouns is to replace nouns in a sentence, making language less repetitive and more fluid.