The Basics
a speech/essay that persuades
Persuasive
the position or claim being argued for
Claim
used the intro to draw audience into your topic
Hook
with an open mind, without personal reservations or prejudice
Unbiased
a mental position from which things are viewed
Viewpoint
the appeal to an audience's sense of reason in order to present common understanding
Argumentation
Specific examples that support a claim
Evidence
a question asked only for the effect to emphasize a point
Rhetorical Question
comparison of unfamiliar idea to a simple, familiar one
Analogy
an idea that is implied or suggested
Connotation
to make someone believe, or feel sure about something, especially by using logic, argument or evidence
Convince
the reason behind the essay
Purpose
short story that offers specific examples supporting your claim
Anecdote
similarity of structure in a pair or series of related words
Parallelism
a figure of speech that suggests a non-literal similarity
Metaphor
earnest or urgent request
Appeal
the time and place of the argument
Context
reference to a familiar person, place, or thing
Allusions
a three-part argument consisting of a major premise or general case, a minor premise or specific case, and a conclusion
Syllogism
call forth, as an emotion, feeling, or response
Elicit
interaction between the subject, speaker and audience
Rhetorical Triangle
the principle, provision or chain of reasoning that connects the grounds/reason to the claim
Warrant
notes advantages and disadvantages of these viewpoints
Refutation
largest part of essay, presenting logical and emotional appeals in support of your claim
Confirmation
to carefully select and highlight facts or ideas in order to support your position
Slant