Vocab
A counter-argument
Rebuttal
True/false: You can interrupt the other speaker when they are talking
False
True/false: Using evidence to support your argument makes it more trustworthy
True
What are the 3 basic parts of an argument?
Claim, Reason, Evidence
Looking at the audience
The name for when you argue on the side that agrees with a motion
Affirmative
Which side speaks last in the debate?
Negative
Which source is better?
A) Wikipedia
B) A blog
C) Government site
C) Government site
When someone talks about their past experience, this is an example of...
Ethos
The way you stand when you speak
Posture
The name of the statement you debate for or against ina debate
Motion
The speaker who summarizes the main ideas of your argument
3rd speaker
A type of evidence, usually math and numbers, or coming from a survey.
Statistics
Three types of persuasive techniques (rhetorical appeals)
Logos, Pathos, and Ethos
Volume
When something is unrealistic or overly emotional
Exaggerated
The only speaker who should not make any rebuttal
First speaker
Evidence that isn't connected to the claim
Irrelevant
What are some ways that you can use pathos (emotional appeal) in an argument?
Use strong language or tell a story
The speed at which you speak
Pace
False correlation
A debate where you don't have time to prepare
Impromptu
Evidence that is not trying to persuade you unfairly is called
Unbiased
This is when you agree with part of the opposite side's argument
Concession
The name for when you're nervous about public speaking
Stage fright