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Persuasive Flashcards
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English
10th Grade
01/29/2013

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Term
Inductive logic
Definition
Conclusion or type of reasoning whereby observation or information about a part of a
class is applied to the class as a whole. Contrast with deductive.
Term
Deductive logic
Definition
The reasoning process by which a conclusion is drawn from set of premises and contains
no more facts than these premises.
Term
Empirical evidence
Definition
evidence relating to or based on experience or observation.
Term
Logical evidence
Definition
Writing that asks the reader to "think" about an issue.
Term
Anecdotal evidence
Definition
information obtained from personal accounts, examples, and observations. Usually not considered scientifically valid but may indicate areas for further investigation and research.
Term
Ad hominem
Definition
Arising from or appealing to the emotions and not reason or logic.
Term
Culture
Definition
a set of ideas, beliefs, and ways of behaving of a particular organization or group of people
Term
Logical fallacy
Definition
Incorrect reasoning
Term
Credible
Definition
Able to be believed; convincing
Term
Grounds
Definition
a reason for what you say or do, or for being allowed to say or do something
Term
Refutation (counterargument)
Definition
arguments made to counter opposing viewpoints
Term
Persuasion
Definition
To persuade or sway someone's beliefs.
Term
Logos
Definition
argument or discourse
incorporates facts and info to support ones claim to for a logical conclusion
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Bandwagon
Definition
Using peer pressure to make it seem like everyone else agrees with you.
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