Argument Analysis Terms

Question 1

First sentence to introduction

Answer 1

“In recent times _____ has given rise to the concern of _____. In an article published in _____, [name] contends that _______. In a _____ tone , [last name] first ______

Question 2

First topic sentence

Answer 2

“To contend for _____, the author commences by _____”

Question 3

Second topic sentence

Answer 3

“Having established ______, the author then ______”

Question 4

Third topic sentence

Answer 4

“To conclude the piece, the author_____”

Question 5

How to pick the right evidence

Answer 5

remember what the author is trying to achieve in each chunk

Question 6

When analysing the image

Answer 6

• look for symbolisms
• in a portrait, focus on the clothing/ expression of people
• In a photo, spacing of the object/lighting

Question 7

Synonym for chastise #1

Answer 7

lambast

Question 8

Synonym for chastise #2

Answer 8

lampoon

Question 9

Synonym for chastise #3

Answer 9

condemn

Question 10

Synonym for chastise #4

Answer 10

spurns

Question 11

Synonym for suggest #1

Answer 11

Conveys

Question 12

Synonym for suggest #2

Answer 12

elucidates

Question 13

Synonym for suggest #3

Answer 13

demonstrates

Question 14

Synonym for suggest #4

Answer 14

reveals

Question 15

Synonym for suggest #5

Answer 15

accentuates

Question 16

Synonym for suggest #6

Answer 16

foregrounds

Question 17

focused on own needs and wants

Answer 17

Solipsistic

Question 18

Synonym for solipsistic #1

Answer 18

self centered

Question 19

Synonym for solipsistic #2

Answer 19

egotistical

Question 20

belonging to this world as contrasted to a better one

Answer 20

sublunary

Question 21

to reach an optimal stage in development

Answer 21

effloresce

Question 22

meaningless repetition of words

Answer 22

echolalia

Question 23

to challenge the readers belief

Answer 23

“dispel any preconceived notion that…”

Question 24

to maintain the reader’s belief

Answer 24

“reinforce the reader’s belief in…”

Question 25

ways to say leaning towards the reader’s wants

Answer 25

“appeal to the reader’s visceral/innate desire to …”
- protect the youth and the elderly
- preserve the environment
- their innate desire for justice

Question 26

to bestow certain qualities #1

Answer 26

“Reader’s are positioned to view themselves as altruistic when they…”

Question 27

to bestow certain qualities #2

Answer 27

“bestows a sense of guilt onto the readers, inviting them to view themselves as perpetrators of such harmful acts”

Question 28

different way of saying “hence see a need for change” #1

Answer 28

“and thereby support the decision made by the wider public”

Question 29

different way of saying “hence see a need for change” #2

Answer 29

“thereby feeling a sense of urgency to voice their opinions before it dilapidated further”

Question 30

Structure of each paragraph (EEE)

Answer 30

E vidence
E xplain
E ffect on the reader

Question 31

Tone type #1

Answer 31

honest sincere

Question 32

Tone type #2

Answer 32

courteous

Question 33

Tone type #3

Answer 33

friendly personal

Question 34

Tone type #4

Answer 34

logical

Question 34

Tone type #5

Answer 34

cautious/mindful

Question 35

Tone type #7

Answer 35

critical

Question 35

Tone type #6

Answer 35

forceful

Question 36

Tone type #8

Answer 36

emotional

Question 37

Tone type #9

Answer 37

praising

Question 38

Tone type #10

Answer 38

self-righteous/moral

Question 39

Tone type #11

Answer 39

belittling

Question 40

Tone type #12

Answer 40

condescending

Question 41

Tone type #13

Answer 41

dismissive

Question 42

Tone type #14

Answer 42

threatening

Question 43

Tone type #15

Answer 43

mocking/humorous