Chapter 4 review

What is not true of a good argument?

• It establishes common ground.

• It is based on strong beliefs and reactions.

• It takes a position and makes a clear claim.

Which word is associated with argument in college?

• confrontation

• clarity

• combat

• fight

What is the basic structure for a general-to-specific argument?

• introduction, body, restatement, conclusion

• introduction, body, acknowledgment of opposing views, conclusion

• introduction, body, call to action, conclusion

• introduction, restatement, body, call to action

You read an internet post about the possible downgrade of the Canada's credit rating and ways Canadians to avoid it. What type of argument is this?

• cause and effect

• problem and solution

• specific to general

• chronological order

What is not one of the aspects of a Toulmin argument?

• assumptions and qualifiers

• reasons and evidence

• argument ad homiem

Which word is a synonym for warrant?

• outrage

• assumption

• response

The topic you choose for your argument should be

• fresh

• truistic

• obvious

• recycled

As you develop your argument, it is best to present the arguments on

• your side

• both sides

• the opposing side

• neither side

Which of the following types of statements might make a good claim (or thesis)?

• an announcement of the paper's broad subject

• a position on an issue in the news

• a neutral statement

Which of the following types of statements makes a good claim (or thesis)?

• a possible solution to a problem

• a fact about an issue

• a religious conviction

• steps for building a company