The following list demonstrates ways writers build logos in…

The following list demonstrates ways writers build logos in a text.   theories/scientific facts (Does this writer apply theories to his/her argument? Does this writer use scientifically proven facts?) indicated meanings or reasons (because. . . ) Does this writer lead you toward an understanding of the points they are making?) Literal or historical analogies (Does this writer compare a point in their argument to something else?) Definitions (Does this writer define terms for readers to help them understand?) factual data and statistics (Does this writer include factual data and statistics?) quotations from experts and authorities (Does this writer use direct quotes from experts or authorities?) informed opinions (Does this writer include other informed opinions?) examples (Does this writer use real life examples that support the argument?) personal anecdotes (Does this writer share personal stories to help develop her argument?)  

The term ____________ refers to the legislative practice of…

The term ____________ refers to the legislative practice of slipping funding for a local project into a broader budget (by attaching it as an amendment to a bill which is assured of passage), even when said project may have little or nothing to do with the larger bill. Often, this funding may primarily benefit the legislator’s home district, serving to gain political or financial support.