ARgumentative Text

Build strong arguments! Define key terms and identify persuasive techniques in this argumentative text worksheet.

Argumentative Text Notes Match the terms to the definitions. Argument The goal is to convince a reader to believe or to do a certain thing. Fact A statement that can be proven or verified Opinion States one person's beliefs, thoughts or feelings and cannot be proven. Commonplace Assertion A statement that many people assume to be true, but is not necessarily. Thesis Statement The writer's opinion or position on a topic. Counter Argument The opposite argument Rebuttal A statement that disproves a claim. Claim A statement up for debate Persuasive Techniques Match the terms to the correct definitions. Persuasive Techniques Language used to convince others to agree with an argument Rhetorical Device Techniques used to enhance an argument Direct Address Talking directly to the reader Rhetorical Question A question that has such an obvious answer that it requires no reply Analogy A comparison between two things that are similar in one way, but are otherwise dissimilar Juxtaposition Placing two contrasting ideas or examples near each other to highlight the difference Logical Fallacy Misuse of logic or reasoning Circular Reasoning The reasoner begins with what they are trying to end with. Bandwagon Appeals a persuasive technique used in media messages that appeals to the "everyone is doing it" mentality Bias a particular inclination, feeling, or opinion about a subject that is often preconceived or unreasoned