Set: Persuasive Writing
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Claim | Your main point |
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Big Names | Experts and important people that support your side of the argument |
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Logos | Using logic, numbers, facts, and data to support your argument |
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Pathos | appealing to your audience's emotions |
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Ethos | Making yourself seem trustworthy and believable |
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Kairos | Building a sense of urgency for your cause |
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Research | using studies and information to make your argument seem more convincing; includes using words, tables, graphs, illustrations |
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Learn the definitions of these persuasive writing strategies.