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Analyzing Arguments
Analyzing Arguments
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An English quiz game to recall and the elements of arguments.
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1
________________ are the reasons someone might disagree with the claim.
counterarguments
refutations
conclusions
evidence
2
Appropriate evidence that directly supports the claim is ________.
insufficient
credible
relevant
unreliable
3
There is adequate evidence when the author provides...
an anecdote about an experience
the author's personal experience or observation
an emotional appeal with strong language
enough credible sources of relevant information
4
Which is the weakest evidence?
A NASA scientist's opinion
A study from the Centers for Disease Control
A testimonial from a celebrity
Statistics from the California Highway Patrol
5
Which is
not
a type of evidence?
Statistics
Emotional Appeal
Facts
Expert Opinion
6
Evidence is
not
accurate if the source is __________.
unreliable
credible
trustworthy
unbiased
7
Why does a writer refute a counterargument?
To provide a supporting argument.
To show why it is not true.
To use emotional appeal.
To prove the counterargument.
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A strong argument has...
Claims, reasons, and evidence
Counterarguments, logic, and opinions
Observations, anecdotes, and emotional appeals
Fallacies, personal experiences, and logic
9
Support for a main claim includes reasons and _________.
evidence
conclusions
author's assumptions
introductions
10
Which is the strongest evidence?
A research study
The author's personal experience
An anecdote
The author's observation
