concepts · 6
- 01
Assertion And Premise
The parts of an argument: the claim, the reasons behind it, and the main point.
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Refute And Rebut
Disagree with evidence, not just by contradicting.
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Bias And Objectivity
Spot bias in a text, and use words for judging whether a source is fair.
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Persuade And Convince
Persuading with feelings versus convincing with reasons.
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Concede And Qualify
Admit the other side's point and limit your claim, which makes an argument stronger.
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Review: Argue, Critique And Persuade
Put the argument words together, and test yourself.