EAPP | 2nd Exam Reviewer

Etymology

This TECHNIQUE OF DEFINITION explains the origin or history of a word.

Etymology

TECHNIQUE OF DEFINITION

EXAMPLE: “Democracy” has Greek origins, meaning “ruled by the people”.

Contrast

This TECHNIQUE OF DEFINITION shows how 2 things differ.

Contrast

TECHNIQUE OF DEFINITION

EXAMPLE: “Optimism” vs. “Pessimism”

Example

This TECHNIQUE OF DEFINITION defines by giving specific instances.

Example

TECHNIQUE OF DEFINITION

EXAMPLE: “Love” can be seen in caring actions.

Synonym

This TECHNIQUE OF DEFINITION uses words with similar meanings.

Synonym

TECHNIQUE OF DEFINITION

EXAMPLE: “Love” is affection or fondness.

Function

This TECHNIQUE OF DEFINITION explains how something is used or works.

Function

TECHNIQUE OF DEFINITION

EXAMPLE: “Research generates new knowledge through investigation.”

Analogy

This TECHNIQUE OF DEFINITION compares one thing to another.

Analogy

TECHNIQUE OF DEFINITION

EXAMPLE: “A start-up’s growth is like a sapling.”

Negation

This TECHNIQUE OF DEFINITION defines by saying what it is not.

Negation

TECHNIQUE OF DEFINITION

EXAMPLE: “Freedom is not an absence of rules.”

Illustration

This TECHNIQUE OF DEFINITION explains using examples or stories.

Illustration

TECHNIQUE OF DEFINITION

EXAMPLE: “UST’s UAAP ceremony showed teamwork.”

Likeness / Similarity

This TECHNIQUE OF DEFINITION shows shared traits.

Likeness / Similarity

TECHNIQUE OF DEFINITION

EXAMPLE: “Marie’s smile was like the sunshine.”

Definition

This explains a term or concept by giving its meaning.

Description

This focuses on sensory details to describe.

Illustration

This explains by giving examples.

Process Analysis

This explains how to do something step-by-step.

Concept Paper

This defines and explains an idea or object.

Position Paper

This presents a stand on an issue using reasoning.

Argumentation

This is writing that presents claims and supports them with evidence.

Affirmative Camp

This refers to the side that supports the topic or issue.

Opposition

This refers to the side that argues against the topic.

Claim

This refers to the main argument or position.

Reason

This refers to the explanation on why a claim should be accepted.

Evidence

This supports the claim with facts or examples.

Counterargument

This acknowledges the opposing view and refutes it.

Concept Paper

A _____ should summarize and highlight the importance of the topic.

Organization

_____ is vital in any written output.

Credible Sources

Always use _____ and avoid plagiarism.

Debate

_____ is the oral counterpart of Argumentation.

Argumentation

Debate is the oral counterpart of _____.

Claim

This refers to the main statement or opinion.

Reason

This explains why the claim is true.

Evidence

These are facts, data, or expert opinions aimed to support the claim.