Persuasion/Rhetoric Flashcards
Argument
A speech or written document used to persuade others.
Claim
The point in an argument that states the thesis or theme of the argument.
Relevant
Information that is connected to and is appropriate support for the argument.
Credible
Something that is believable, reliable, and accurate.
Fallacious Reasoning
Misleading or incorrect details that do not support the argument.
Viewpoint
An Idea or opinion that an author states, explains, and supports in writing.
Evidence
Textual details that can be used to support an idea or interpretation.
Reason
A statement that explains why something is or why it should be.
Charged Language
Words intended to provoke an emotional response, frequently used in argument and persuasive writing.
Sufficient
Adequate, enough.
Critical Listening
Examining and evaluating content while listening.
Context
The circumstances that form the setting for an event, statement, or idea, and in terms of which it can be fully understood and assessed.
Message
What the speaker is trying to tell or convince you to do.
Audience
Who the message was intended for.
Inclusive Language
Including words in your persuasive piece that make the reader think that the writing is talking about them, is including them or they are not ‘normal’ if they don’t agree.
Example: ‘We must all think about this…’ and ‘this concerns all of us’ are examples of inclusive language. By using ‘us’ and ‘we’ we are encouraged to think about how we are part of an issue. This can make us more likely to agree with what is being argued.
