7th elar Flashcards
Bias
prejudice in favor of or against one thing, person, or group compared with another, usually in a way considered to be unfair.
Claim
the main argument
Counterargument
an argument or set of reasons put forward to oppose an idea or
theory developed in another argument.
Reasons
why the claim is made
Evidence
support for the claim
Subjective POV
The definition of a subjective point of view is one based on
opinion rather than fact, upon which reasonable people could disagree.
Objective POV -
Objective refers to the elimination of subjective perspectives
and a process that is purely based on hard facts.
Generalization
a statement that is too broad, not true, or not based on enough evidence
Hyperbole
a claim that is made using exaggerated words or extreme examples
Stereotyping
a generalization, usually exaggerated or oversimplified and often offensive, that is used to describe or distinguish a group
Loaded Language
loaded words and phrases that have a strong emotional implications and involve strongly positive or negative reactions beyond their literal meaning
Logical appeal
method of persuasion based on evidence and reasoning
Emotional appeal
method using strong feelings rather than facts to persuade