TSIS Ch. 1

Open Ended

How does referencing what 'they say' contribute to the effectiveness of an argument in writing or speaking?

Multiple Choice

Why is it important for writers to start with what others are saying before presenting their own ideas?

• It helps engage the audience and provides context for the writer's argument.

• It allows the writer to avoid criticism from others.

• It makes the writing process faster and easier.

• It ensures that the writer's ideas are always accepted without question.

Open Ended

How does George Orwell’s opening in 'Politics and the English Language' illustrate the strategy of starting with what others are saying?

Multiple Choice

According to the text, what is one benefit of summarizing others’ views early in your writing?

• It allows you to avoid presenting your own argument.

• It helps clarify the issue you’re writing about.

• It makes your writing less engaging.

• It delays your own position indefinitely.

Multiple Choice

What is the main purpose of using templates for introducing what 'they say' in academic writing?

• To confuse the reader

• To quickly present conventional views

• To avoid stating your own opinion

• To summarize unrelated anecdotes

Open Ended

Why is it important to keep what 'they say' in view throughout your writing, even when presenting your own claims?

Multiple Select

Which of the following are ways to introduce an ongoing debate in your writing, according to the templates?

• Summarizing two or more conflicting views

• Presenting only your own opinion

• Using a proposition most people agree with

• Highlighting points of disagreement

Multiple Choice

Based on the passage from Kenneth Goldsmith's 2016 Los Angeles Times op-ed, how does Goldsmith challenge the common belief that the Internet is a monolithic, negative influence on our ability to concentrate?

• He argues that the Internet is a fragmented and contradictory medium, not a single negative force.

• He claims that everyone wastes time on the Internet in the same way.

• He believes that the Internet only leads to distraction and loss of focus.

• He suggests that television is a better use of time than the Internet.

Open Ended

Reflect on your own writing: How do you ensure that you introduce 'they say' arguments early in your essays or responses, and why is this important for your readers?

Open Ended

Reflect on the lesson about starting with what others are saying. How might this approach change the way you present your own arguments in writing or speaking?

Multiple Choice

Why is it important for writers to indicate not only their thesis but also the larger conversation their thesis is responding to?

• It helps the audience understand the context and relevance of the thesis.

• It makes the writing longer and more detailed.

• It allows the writer to avoid criticism.

• It ensures the writer's ideas are accepted without question.