Lesson4Test Philosophy

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of argument?

• Argumentation is a social process

• Argument involves consensus

• Argumentation aims to gain adherence from an audience

• Argument is an art

Which of the following is a basic component of an argument?

• Conclusion

• Evidence

• Introduction

• Title

Which of the following is NOT a reason why people argue?

• To clarify thinking

• To explain or defend actions or beliefs

• To solve problems or make judgments

• To avoid confrontation

What is the purpose of a warrant in an argument?

• To provide evidence

• To connect the support to the claim

• To clarify the reasoning

• To introduce the topic

What are the four highly relevant characteristics of argument?

• Argumentation is a solitary process, argument involves consensus, argument is not an art, argument does not involve contested issues

• Argumentation is a social process, argument involves contested issues, argument is an art, argument fills much of our lives

• Argumentation is a physical process, argument involves agreement, argument is a science, argument does not fill our lives

• Argumentation is a mental process, argument involves consensus, argument is not an art, argument does not involve contested issues

What is the difference between argument and logic?

• Argument is a philosophical endeavor, while logic is a communicative exercise

• Argument is an audience-oriented process, while logic does not champion persuasion

• Argument does not require establishing credibility, while logic does

• Argument does not involve audience adaptation, while logic does

What are the basic components of an argument?

• Claim, reason, support, warrant

• Introduction, body, conclusion

• Title, subtitle, content

• Evidence, conclusion, analysis

Why is oral argument different from written argument?

• Oral argument involves less physicality

• Written argument is clearer due to nonverbal communication

• Oral argument can be referenced multiple times

• Written argument disappears as soon as it is spoken

What is the main goal of argumentation?

• To confuse the audience

• To gain adherence from the audience

• To avoid discussion

• To create chaos

What are the four main reasons why people argue?

• To confuse others

• To clarify thinking, explain or defend actions or beliefs, solve problems or make judgments, and have fun

• To avoid confrontation

• To create chaos