Definitions
A type of writing in which you explain your position using evidence
Argumentative writing
The reason I believe cats are better than dogs is because 1.) they clean themselves, 2.) they are quieter, and 3.) you don't have to take them on walks.
Key ideas
Using words that have strong associates (usually positive or negative) to invoke an emotional response
Loaded Language
All teachers are women
Stereotyping
All people who go to Starbucks are rich.
Hasty Generalizations
I believe painting your nails can help your mental health.
Claim
Assumes that small steps lead to a larger chain of events, resulting in a greater impact
Slippery Slope
If you have knock off Air Force 1's, you're a loser and probably poor, too.
Hasty Generalizations
"I know you're mad at me...but you look SO good today!"
Red Herring
Explains the opposing viewpoint
Counterargument
Anecdote
Attacks the person instead of addressing the argument
Ad Hominem
I love Kpop so much I could just die.
Hyperbole
Slippery Slope
Personal stories
Anecdote
Mrs. Blacksten is all fact, no cap.
Loaded Language
Assumes that all things in one category are the same and have the same characteristics
Hasty Generalizations
If you don't clean the area around you, Mrs. Blacksten will probably have a heart attack because it's so messy.
Slippery Slope
Coffee is trash
Loaded Language
Logical fallacies
Mrs. Blacksten believes cats are better than dogs, but many people say dogs are better than cats.
Counterargument
Diverts attention to throw off the argument
Red Herring
J.K. Rowling is a horrible author and we should cancel her for what she said in 2019.
Ad Hominem
All men are bad at expressing emotion.
Stereotype