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Audience-Based Reasons

Reasons that resonate with the audience's worldview or perspectives; they may vary depending on the audience.

Enthymeme

A claim that includes a stated reason and implies a premise, often structured as 'X because Y'.

Ethos

An appeal to credibility, establishing why an audience should believe in a particular argument.

Logos

An appeal to logic, focusing on the strength and internal consistency of an argument and its support.

Pathos

An appeal to emotions, values, and beliefs, helping the audience connect on a deeper level.

Legitimate

To enhance knowledge by making an issue relatable.

Illegitimate

To manipulate emotions in a way that distracts from logical reasoning.

Rationalization

A self-justifying explanation that makes an argument seem logical, even if it's influenced by emotions or biases.

Toulmin Scheme

A framework for structuring an argument, including components such as claim, reason, warrant, grounds, backing, and rebuttal.

Claim

The central position or assertion that one aims to prove in an argument.

Warrant

The assumption that supports the stated reason in an argument.

Grounds

Facts or evidence that justify the connection between the reason and the claim.

Backing

Additional support for the warrant within an argument.

Conditions of Rebuttal

Counterarguments or conditions under which the main claim may be disputed.

Qualifier

The degree of probable truth or exceptions relating to a claim.

Sufficiency

The measure of whether there is enough evidence to support a claim.

Typicality

The representation of evidence, ensuring it is not based on extreme cases.

Accuracy

The correctness and timeliness of the evidence provided.

Relevance

The direct relation of evidence to the claim being made.