Claim & Evidence
What is needed for a claim to become one?
What is proof?
True or False: A logical fallacy is a theory that may sound convincing or true but is actually flawed.
False: A logical fallacy is an argument that may sound convincing or true but is actually flawed.
Why are rhetorical appeals used?
To persuade the audience.
(Like when selling a car)
How to counter arguments play a role in supporting the original argument?
It allows the original argument to be proven better than the counterargument.
What is the purpose of an argumentative essay?
It argues a topic from your perspective.
Where would you get good evidence from?
What is a credible source?
Why do people use logical fallacies?
To persuade others.
Which of the following are the definition of Pathos.
a) Pathos is a pathway.
b) An experience
c) A Greek way of saying happiness in life.
d) A misfortune
b) An experience
d) A misfortune
Some may belive, Although, despite, while, however, on the contrary, etc.
What are transition phrases?
Is an argumentative essay made to prove a point or argue?
What is both?
Which paragraphs in an Argumentative essay provide supporting evidence?
Paragraphs two and three.
Which of these are a logical fallacy (Pick 2)?
1. Slippery Slide
2. Cherry Picking
3. Argument from analogy
4. Uneven Protractor
2. Cherry Picking
3. Argument from analogy
Does pathos relate more to empathy or sympathy?
Empathy
A response to an argument.
What is a rebuttle?
What does every argument need to become one?
An opposing argument.
What are all Argumentative essays about?
What are claims?
Is this a logical fallacy?
Premise 1: Peter Parker is Spider-Man.
Premise 2: The citizens of New York know that Spider-Man saved their city.
Conclusion: The citizens of New York know that Peter Parker saved their city.
Yes!
Name one way that rhetorical appeals are used in life.
Writing, advertisements, law, politics, branding, acting...
Is the point of a rebuttal to weaken your opponent's argument or strengthen yours?
Both, to weaken your opponent's argument and strengthen yours.
What do you need to win an argument in your writing?
effective communication and emotional intelligence.
Can claims be opinionated?
Yes, they can but they shouldn't be.
"Lack of evidence"
What is "Argument from silence"?
How would an actor establish pathos?
By being fully immersed in their role?
Say the entire paragraph format for the counterargument paragraph in 30 seconds.
Transitional phrase and present a major counterargument from the opposing side.
Refute it with strong evidence and reasoning. This means go back to your claim and reason to why your opinion is better.
Say the entire essay format in 50 seconds.
Introduction
Hook: Start with a strong opening that grabs the reader’s attention (a fact,
question, quote, or anecdote).
Background Information: Briefly explain the issue and why it matters.
Thesis/Claim Statement: Clearly state your position on the issue. This
should be a strong claim that can be debated.
Paragraph #2 & #3. Body Paragraphs (Reasons & Evidence)
Each paragraph should focus on a single reason that supports your argument.
Body Paragraph 1: First Reason
Topic Sentence (Restate Claim & Reason): Introduce the first reason
supporting your argument.
Cite Evidence: Provide facts, examples, expert opinions, or statistics to support
your reason.
Explanaon: Explain how the evidence proves your point.
Body Paragraph 2: Second Reason
Follow the same structure as Body Paragraph 1.
Paragraph #4. Counterclaim and Rebuttal
Transitional phrase and present a major counterargument from the opposing
side.
Refute it with strong evidence and reasoning. This means go back to your
claim and reason to why your opinion is better.
4. Conclusion
Restate Your Thesis/Claim: Reword your main argument in a fresh way.
Summarize Main Points: Briefly highlight your strongest reasons.
Final Thought: Encourage the reader to take action, reconsider them
opinion, or think deeply about the issue.