Across
- 2. irrefutable evidence for the truth of a proposition
- 5. a proposition that is highly likely due to facts
- 7. showing the audience what the world will look like
- 9. examined by experts in the relevant field for credibility and reliability
- 11. the best explanation for a set of data and facts
- 13. rhetorical triangle: goes to credibility
- 16. a problem
- 18. a strong reason to take action
- 19. not supported with sound reasoning or credible evidence
- 20. the inclination to think or feel a certain way about a topic or the pre-conceived notion about a topic
- 21. only giving two choices when other option may exist
- 22. a main point of the main argument
- 25. giving a non-human thing human characteristics or qualities
- 28. facts that serve to demonstrate a point
- 29. rhetorical triangle: appeals to emotion
- 33. a response to an argument that refutes the argument or point made
- 34. a final decision or declaration after a set of facts or data is given
- 37. the person or persons who composes a work
- 40. an exaggeration
- 41. the solution to a problem
- 44. an indirect mention or implication of something
- 45. a distraction or deflection from the argument
- 46. using using a part of something, or something associated with, to represent the literal thing
Down
- 1. intentionally constructing a sentence, paragraph, story, or account in a way that the ending is unexpected, often for humorous effect
- 3. the document or artifact being examined or analyzed
- 4. the use of language to make an argument
- 6. insisting that one action or situation will automatically lead to further, even worse actions, situations, or consequences
- 8. attack on person or insult
- 10. a negative effect or consequence
- 12. someone who has achieved a high level of knowledge about a topic or subject through education or research
- 14. a statement or declaration presumed as true
- 15. rhetorical triangle: demonstrating sound reasoning
- 17. appeal to popularity
- 22. what you want your audience to do
- 23. a statement or proposition that contains illogical contradictions
- 24. where a source can be found
- 26. something held as true by the person stating it
- 27. a saying that conveys wisdom
- 30. intentionally misusing a word to convey a similar meaning (ex: mow my beard)
- 31. in academics and research, a publication that contains research and analysis
- 32. an over-used saying or figure of speech
- 35. writing, commentary, or analysis of a primary source
- 36. insisting that two things are similar or equal when they are not
- 37. to make a point using logic and evidence
- 38. "third hand" source
- 39. in debate, the main argument that is being affirmed or negated
- 42. a non-literal figure of speech that conveys a point or idea
- 43. a concept or idea one holds in high regard