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What is "Argument"
The ability to construct and present compelling evidence
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Define "Irony"
Irony often involves a contrast between appearance and reality
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"He is big, hairy, and tall" What device does this use?
Imagery or Imagination
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Tell me what "Organization" is
How the different parts of an argument are arranged in a piece of writing or speech.
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Counterargument
The argument(s) against the author's position
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Ethos
Setting up a source as credible and trustworthy
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Repetition
Re-using a word or phrase repeatedly for effect or emphasis.
200
Whats the "Occasion"
The reason or moment for writing or speaking.
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Diction
The style of language used; generally tailored to be appropriate to the audience and situation.
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Where is "Genre"
Genres are not tied to specific physical locations; they are a conceptual framework used worldwide to classify various forms of artistic expression.
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Pathos
An Aristotelian appeal. Involves appealing to someone's emotions
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The literal, dictionary definition of a word
Denotation
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What is "Inductive reasoning"
Making a generalization based on specific evidence at hand.
300
compare and contrast
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"Why is understanding the historical background important in this situation?"
to understand "Context"
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Logos
Appealing to someone's sense of concrete facts and logic
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Ethos, logos, and pathos.
Aristotelian appeals
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The literal, dictionary definition of a word
Denotation
400
What is "Deductive reasoning"
A form of logical reasoning wherein a general principle is applied to a specific case.
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What is the author's intention?
Purpose
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Words that imply meaning
Connotation
500
What does Rhetoric do???
Rhetoric is a versatile and essential tool that serves the purpose of effective communication, persuasion, and the shaping of opinions and actions
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The writer's personal views or feelings about the subject at hand
Attitude
500
Its "Evidence" dummy
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Who is "Juxtaposition"
Placing two very different things together for effect.