English Flashcards
presents a claim or viewpoint on a controversial topic and provides evidence and reasoning to support it
Argumentative Essay
presents a separate reason or piece of evidence to support the thesis
Body Paragraph (Argu)
Acknowledges opposing viewpoints and refutes them.
Counterargument (Argu)
Summarizes the main points and reinforces the author’s position.
Conclusion (Argu)
aims to persuade the reader to adopt a particular viewpoint or take a specific action.
Persuasive Essay
Grabs the reader’s attention and presents a clear thesis statement or position.
Introduction (Persua)
presents a persuasive argument, supported by evidence and appeals to emotion, reason, or credibility.
Body Paragraph (Persua)
Addresses opposing viewpoints and refutes them convincingly.
Counterargument (Persua)
Other terms for Counterargument
Rebuttal
Summarizes the main points and includes a strong call to action or appeal to the reader.
Conclusion (Persua)
included for publication in a newspaper
Editorials
persuasive speeches intended to win support for a policy, law or reform.
Political Speeches
informing the audience to attend or participate in any public service.
Public Service Announcement
Appeals to credibility and trustworthiness or uses famous people.
Ethos
Appeals to emotions and feelings and use of emotive words
Pathos
Appeals to logic and reason
Logos
provides factual information on a topic without persuading the reader to take a particular stance and Educate redears about a topic or subject
Informative Essay
Introduces the topic and provides an overview of what will be covered.
Introduction (Inform)
Present information, facts, and details about the topic.
Body Paragraph (Inform)
Summarizes the key points and provides closure
Conclusion (Inform)
the first sentences of an essay that aims to grab the reader’s attention
Hook
provides context and sets the stage for the reader to understand the topic of an essay
Background Information
provides a brief overview of the historical events, movements or trends that are relevant to your essay topic
Historical Context
provides a brief overview of the geographical location, environment, climate or culture
Geographical/Social Context
provides a brief overview of the recent news, developments, on environment, climate, culture
Current Events
provides a brief explanation of the key terms & theories
Definition