Parts of an Argument
The position taken by the writer; what they are trying to prove.
What is a claim?
This type of appeal would most likely tug on your emotions.
What is Pathos?
This is a conclusion based on the premise that if A happens, then eventually through a series of small steps, through B, C,..., X, Y, Z will happen, too, basically equating A and Z.
What is a Slippery Slope?
(Of a person or their judgement) Not being influenced by personal feelings or opinions in considering and representing facts
What is Objective?
Evidence is typically cited using the signal phrase citation or the _________ citation.
What is Parenthetical?
Refutes or disproves the counterclaim.
What is a rebuttal?
Listing reasons why one should trust another might be an indication of this appeal.
What is Ethos?
This is a conclusion based on insufficient or biased evidence. In other words, you are rushing to a conclusion before you have all the relevant facts.
What is a Hasty Generalization?
Commonly found in textbooks.
What is Objective?
Before evidence is used, it would be wise to do this action first.
What is Evaluate?
Answers the question, "How do I know?" by providing proof.
What is evidence?
A business might brag about their resilience or longevity during a commercial using this type of appeal.
What is Ethos?
"George Bush is a good communicator because he speaks effectively", would be an example of this fallacy.
What is Circular Logic/Argument?
Influenced by personal feelings or opinions. This writing often involves the use of “I” by the author.
What is Subjective?
The condition of evidence being logically connected to the point being discussed.
What is relevant?
Answers the question, "What is the other side?"
What is a counterclaim?
An argument that incites anger and frustration would be most likely using this type of appeal.
What is Pathos?
"Green Peace's strategies aren't effective because they are all dirty, lazy hippies", would be an example of this fallacy.
What is Ad Hominem?
Reviews of media are typically written in this format.
What is Subjective?
The condition of evidence being trustworthy and believable.
What is Credible?
These are typically provided to support a claim and are backed up by evidence.
What is a reason?
"9 out of 10 dentists suggest using Colgate", would be an example of this type of appeal.
What is Logos?
"People who don't support the proposed state minimum wage increase hate the poor", would be an example of oversimplifying typically exhibited in this fallacy.
What is a Straw Man?
Georgia is the best state to live in because of its rich history and diverse landscape.
What is Subjective?
Establishing your ______ goes hand in hand with finding strong evidence to support it.
What is a Claim?