Across
- 5. To prove a point or argument is false or unsound.
- 6. The response that disproves or weakens a counterargument.
- 10. To convince someone to think or act in a particular way.
- 11. To admit or acknowledge a point made by the opposing side.
- 13. To show a claim is reasonable by giving strong reasons and evidence.
- 15. Reasoning based on clear, structured thinking and valid connections.
- 16. A preference or prejudice that can affect fairness and objectivity.
- 17. A strong, debatable statement or main point in an argument.
- 18. The underlying reason why a person or group acts or argues.
- 19. Facts, examples, or data used to support a claim.
Down
- 1. An opposing viewpoint that challenges your claim.
- 2. The group of people a text or speech is aimed at persuading.
- 3. A persuasive strategy aimed at logic, emotions, or credibility.
- 4. The art of using language effectively to influence an audience.
- 7. The central argument or controlling idea of a text.
- 8. A logical explanation that links evidence to a claim.
- 9. A key point or assertion that a writer wants the reader to accept.
- 12. Language designed to stir up strong feelings in the reader or listener.
- 14. Information or explanation that backs up a claim or reason.
- 17. Believable and trustworthy; likely to be accepted as true.