Argumentative Vocabulary Part 1
statement or belief that something is true
What is a claim?
evidence that makes a claim more or less probable than if there was no evidence
What is relevant evidence?
According to an article in the NY Times, "metal bats are 6 times more likely to hurt a player than a wooden bat" (Smith 2).
What is evidence + citation Sim?
the actual dictionary definition of a word
What is denotation?
a word or phrase that modifies a word not clearly stated in the sentence
What is a dangling modifier definition?
The reason an author writes something
What is author's purpose?
prejudice in favor for or against someone or something
What is bias?
It might seem that Quizlet Live is a better way to study for a test.
What is a counterclaim?
Connotation of these words
refreshing, gaze, brilliant, smile
What are words with positive connotations?
Buffy called her adorable kitten opening the can of food and filled the bowl.
What is a misplaced modifier?
A specific message an author is trying to communicate about a topic in a nonfiction text
What is a main idea or central idea?
to access or form an idea about something
What is evaluate?
Cats may be more independent than dogs; however, cats do not typically learn tricks or listen when called by name while dogs are capable of learning many skills.
What is a counterclaim + turn back?
Connotation of these words:
confident, old, different, selective
What are words with a neutral connotation?
Hoping to succeed in the interview, long hours were spent in preparation.
What is a dangling modifier?
A statement that argues against a previously made claim
What is a counterclaim?
use of rational systematic steps to come to a conclusion
What is logical reasoning?
School uniforms are too expensive, limit students' self-expression, and increase students' personal struggles.
What is a claim?
Connotation of these words:
stingy, crammed, conceited, stubborn
What are words with negative connotations?
The salesman tried to sell a car to a customer that was broken down.
What is a misplaced modifier?
an exchange of opposing views
What is a argument?
set of ideas associated with a word (positive, neutral, negative)
What is connotation?
Renowned scientist Lori Marino says that dolphins are intelligent because they demonstrate the ability to learn and apply new knowledge.
What is evidence?
Provide the connotations of the phrases in order
1. a powerful stink
2. a powerful aroma
3. a dynamic leader
4. a pushy leader
5. answered with arrogance
6. answered with confidence
7. sloppy clothes
8. comfortable clothes
9. spent his money
10. squandered his money
1. N
2. P
3. P
4. N
5. N
6. P
7. N
8. P
9. P
10. N
The puppy was the one wagging her tail.
What is a correct sentence?