ENGLISH LESSON Flashcards
gives meaning of words in a specific field best understood by people who specialize in that area.
Technical definition
provides measurable criteria that specify when the data or observation qualifies. It is used to determine the nature of an item or phenomenon and its properties.
Operational definition
is a genre of writing that requires investigating a topic; collecting and evaluating evidence; and establishing a position on the topic in a concise manner.
Argumentative essay
presents the main idea of your essay and helps control the ideas within it.
thesis statement
• An effective thesis statement is an important foundation argumentative essay. The reader needs to know exactly what the argument is and why is it important to avoid confusion.
Clear, firm and
debatable
• Background information is needed so that the reader will understand the argument you are trying to make.
necessary background information on the topic
• An _____ involves multiple reasons and evidence to support an argument or counterargument.
Organization and transitions (argumentative essay)
Most argumentative essays require research to back the arguments made. Make sure to perform a significant amount of research before fully writing about a topic. Only credible sources should be used in your essay.
Effective and thorough research.
is a term that refers to the use of logic in a debate. In a argumentative essay, the SAME LOGIC should appear throughout the essay effectively convince the reader.
Logos
Is the use of invalid or otherwise faulty reasoning in the construction of an argument
fallacy
is the use of emotion. In an argumentative essay getting the reader emotionally involved in the argument makes him open to further persuasion.
Pathos
can be effectively used in the introduction
Pathos
is the use of credibility. This can he used by addressing counter arguments and using credible sources.
Ethos
Taking a reasonable stand on the issue will also add more credibility to an argumentative essay.
Ethos
An _____ is a natural method of delivering a prepared speech. The speaker is given the topic in advance and given time to research and rehearse, but the speech is delivered without NOTESor text.
extemporaneous speech
When delivering an _____, you should know the material, which should be based on research and original analysis.
extemporaneous speech
Speak conversationally as an _______ is not designed to be memorized and rehearsed but to be short and
analytical.
extemporaneous speech
• It catches listener’s attention and introduces the theme.
INTRODUCTION
• It answers questions and gives analysis.
BODY
• It summarizes briefly the points, restate questions, and provide answers.
CONCLUSION
. Your aura must be one of the complete confidence and command of the situation.
Exude confidence
. Graceful walk, relaxed fingers, chin-up, and shoulders back all present a confident and relax view.
RELAX
Avoid words that you don’t normally use in conversation.
Simplicity is the key.
Speak slowly, clearly, and simple but of complete analysis.
Slow down.