Argument & Persuasion

What is argument structure?

• Argument structure is the arrangement of words in a sentence.

• Argument structure is the process of constructing a logical argument.

• Argument structure refers to the physical structure of an argument.

• The argument structure is the way in which arguments are organized in a sentence or clause.

What are the components of an argument?

• claim, evidence, reasoning

• thesis, evidence, conclusion

• premise, evidence, reasoning

• claim, evidence, conclusion

What is the purpose of argument structure?

• To confuse and mislead the audience.

• To present personal opinions without evidence.

• To provide emotional appeal without logical reasoning.

• To organize and present logical reasoning and evidence.

What is the difference between deductive and inductive arguments?

• Deductive arguments are based on emotions and provide subjective evidence, while inductive arguments are based on facts and provide objective evidence.

• Deductive arguments are based on observations and provide probable evidence, while inductive arguments are based on logical reasoning and provide conclusive evidence.

• Deductive arguments are based on logical reasoning and provide conclusive evidence, while inductive arguments are based on observations and provide probable evidence.

• Deductive arguments are based on personal beliefs and provide subjective evidence, while inductive arguments are based on scientific research and provide objective evidence.

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What is the role of evidence in persuasive writing?

• Evidence provides support and credibility to the arguments in persuasive writing.

• Evidence is only used in informative writing, not persuasive writing.

• Evidence weakens the arguments in persuasive writing.

• Evidence is not necessary in persuasive writing.

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What are the common fallacies in argumentation?

• red herring

• circular reasoning

• bandwagon fallacy

• ad hominem, straw man, false cause, appeal to authority, slippery slope

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How can counterarguments strengthen an argument?

• Counterarguments can distract from the main points of an argument.

• Counterarguments can weaken an argument by introducing doubt and uncertainty.

• Counterarguments can make an argument appear biased or one-sided.

• Counterarguments can strengthen an argument by addressing potential objections or opposing viewpoints.

What are the strategies for effective persuasion?

• Using aggressive tactics, manipulating emotions, ignoring counterarguments, and creating a sense of apathy.

• Being vague and unclear, using weak evidence, avoiding emotions, and not addressing counterarguments.

• Establishing credibility, appealing to emotions, using evidence and logic, addressing counterarguments, and creating a sense of urgency.

• Appealing to authority, using irrelevant evidence, avoiding emotions, and creating a sense of complacency.

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What is the importance of audience analysis in persuasive writing?

• Audience analysis helps the writer understand the needs, interests, and beliefs of the target audience.

• Audience analysis is not important in persuasive writing.

• Audience analysis only focuses on the writer's needs and interests.

• Audience analysis is only necessary for informative writing.

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How can rhetorical devices enhance persuasive communication?

• Rhetorical devices can only be used in written communication, not verbal communication.

• Rhetorical devices have no impact on persuasive communication.

• Rhetorical devices can enhance persuasive communication by using language techniques to appeal to emotions, create emphasis, and engage the audience.

• Rhetorical devices are only effective for certain types of audiences.

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