Basketball star Lebron James wears Nike brand shoes, and so should you!
what is ethos
a viewpoint that opposes an author's thesis or claim
What is counter
refers to the author's attitude toward a certain topic
What is tone.
basing an entire argument of a SMALL sample of data.
this is an example of ...“All’s fair in love and war.”
What is a juxtaposition
i need this job, I have kids to feed. Please dont fire me!
what is pathos
facts that support an inference or idea
refers to the emotional response that the writer wishes to evoke in the reader through a story
what is mood
What is a stereotype.
a comparison that a speaker uses to explain the similarities between two things to their audience.
What is analogy.
Hundreds of peer-reviewed studies show that learning to play a musical instrument has benefits of memory in life.
what is logos
writer/speaker acknowledges a point made by the opposition
What is concession
the point the author is trying to make. an assertion, position, or arguable thesis that says something in particular is true.
what is Claim
an argument based on exaggerated facts.
What is hyperbole.
this is an example of ... "good morning, Eagle nation!"
What is an direct address.
Research shows that trampolines are leading cause of injury for children in the United States, making them a hazard.
What is logos
the attempt to disprove, contradict, or argue against a viewpoint
What is rebuttal.
A specific technique that an author or speaker uses to influence or persuade an audience.
What is rhetorical device
Uses emotionally charged words or phrases to sway the audiences opinion
What is loaded language.
this is an example of ... "to the left, to the left... everything you own in a box, to the left."
What is a repetition
The only thing that could make me feel better is a warm cup of chicken noodle soup like my mom used to make. Please make it for me!
what is pathos.
Provides justification for why the evidence is important to the claim.
What is reasoning.
A common error in reasoning that will weaken or completely ruin the argument you are trying to make.
What is a logical fallacy
an example of this device is... "everyone else bought the new Iphone 13 so I bought it too."
what is bandwagon.
What is anecdote.