Argument Review Jeopardy

I know my terms!

100

How does the author's use of ethos support their claim?  (Must include 3 words in your definition)

It shows their credibility, trustworthiness, morals, expertise

200

How does the author's inclusion of pathos help support their argument?

The author appeals to their reader's sense of emotion.

300

How does the author's use of logos help to strengthen their argument?

The author includes evidence, statistics, data, reasoning, and intellect to appeal to the audience.

400

Define anecdote.

When the author includes a short story to make the audience think deeper about the topic or to laugh.

500

Define rhetorical question.

A question that author poses that is unanswered in hopes the answer is extremely obvious to the reader.

Practice Rhetorical Strategies

100

What are the key words to let you know the comparison being made is a simile?

like or as

200

Ethos, Pathos, or Logos

• My three decades of experience in public service, my tireless commitment to the people of this community, and my willingness to reach across the aisle and cooperate with the opposition make me the ideal candidate for your mayor.

ethos

300

Ethos, Pathos, or Logos

• The data is perfectly clear: This investment has consistently turned a profit year-over-year, even in spite of market declines in other areas.

Logos

400

Ethos, Pathos, Logos

• If we don't move soon, we're all going to die! Can't you see how dangerous it would be to stay?

Pathos

500

Ethos, Pathos, or Logos

• Ladies and gentlemen of the jury: We have not only the fingerprints, the lack of an alibi, a clear motive, and an expressed desire to commit the robbery, but we also have video of the suspect breaking in. The case could not be more open and shut.

Logos

Essay Elements

100

How many body paragraphs must you include in your essay?

3

200

True or false:

In your body paragraphs you must include your analysis of the author's use of a rhetorical strategy, including a direct quote, what the quote means, and how it supports the author's claim.

True

300

Your introduction must include what things?  (list at least 4)

1. Claim

2. Reasons

3. Speaker name

4. Occasion (provide context, background on topic)

5. Title

400

True or false:

You should use the same word choice (diction) in your introduction and conclusion.

False

500

If a counterclaim and rebuttal is mentioned in the speech, what part of the essay should you discuss it?

a. body paragraphs

b. conclusion

c. both 

b. conclusion

Random Trivia

100

Who is depicted on the US hundred-dollar bill?

Benjamin Franklin

200

What is the nickname of the US state of California?

Golden State

300

 Which restaurant's mascot is a clown?

McDonalds

400

When one is "envious", they are said to be what color?

Green

500

Who was the first player to score at soccer's five World Cup editions?

a. Ronaldo

b. Pele

c. Marta

Marta is the first footballer of either gender to score at five World Cup editions. She is often regarded as the best female player of all time and was given the nickname "Pelé in skirts" by Pelé himself.