2. Argumentation and Persuasion
claim: (opinion) what the author is trying to prove
argument: statement(s) made to convince you of something
appeals: reasons used to show a claim is true (or should be true)
ethos – credibility appeals: reasons used to show a claim is true based on credibility
logos – logical appeals: reasons used to show a claim is true based on facts
pathos – emotional appeals: reasons used to show a claim is true based on emotion

3. loaded words: words with strong emotional appeal
anecdotes: brief stories
connotation: all meanings, emotions or associations attached to one word
evidence: information an author uses to support their reasons

4. For each article: Circle and label the claim.
Underline examples of ethos.
Put a box around examples of logos.
Squiggle under examples of pathos.
On the bottom or in the margin of the page, answer the following question in complete sentences:
Which AUTHOR do you tend to agree with more and why? (Cite effective elements of the author’s argument in your answer.