What is the purpose or function of REASONING in an argument?

It provides an explanation and a link for each piece of evidence you use in an argument.

It provides your position and what you intend to prove in your argument.

It provides facts, statistics, quotes, or examples that prove your argument is correct.

It provides a restatement of your claim in different words.

Which of the following is an example of REASONING?

Deborah is being irresponsible by not keeping track of her daughter. She is a bad parent because she's not making sure her daughter is safe.

She lets her daughter stay out all night.

Which of the following is an example of REASONING?

Deborah wants her son to speak his mind. She is a good parent because he will grow up learning to stand up for himself.

She lets her son mouth off to adults in public.

Which of the following is an example of REASONING?

Some details in a parent's life are inappropriate to share with children. Johnathan is a terrible father because he's forcing his kid to grow up too fast.

He tells his daughter shocking and explicit details about his life.

Which of the following is an example of REASONING?

Mr. Segovia isn't properly preparing his students for sophomore year, or college. He is a bad teacher because his students won't be able to handle the work next year.

Mr. Segovia does not give any homework.

Mr. Segovia is a terrible teacher.

Mr. Segovia is a great teacher.

Which of the following is an example of REASONING?

Students should earn extra credit by doing academic work outside of class. She's a terrible teacher because candy isn't helping kids master the skills.

She gives students extra credit when they bring her chocolate bars like Snickers and Kit Kats.

Claim: A father stealing food to feed his hungry baby is a good person. Evidence: The father hid two loaves of bread underneath his jacket when he left the grocery store. Which of the following is a GOOD example of REASONING?

It is a father's responsibility to take care of and protect his children. The man is a good person because the baby would starve and die otherwise.

The father is a good person and a bad person because he wants to help his family, but he still shouldn't be stealing because it's illegal.

He must be a good person because he hid two loaves of bread underneath his jacket when he left the grocery store.

Which of the following is an example of circular reasoning?

The sky is blue because it is blue

The sky is blue because of the ocean

The sky is blue because of the atmosphere

The sky is blue because of the sun

What is the main purpose of reasoning in an argument?

To support a claim with evidence

Which sentence demonstrates a hasty generalization?

I met two rude people from that city, so everyone there must be rude.

I met two people from that city, and they were both kind.

I met two people from that city, and they were both tall.

I met two people from that city, and they were both artists.

What is the difference between deductive and inductive reasoning?

Deductive reasoning starts with a general statement, while inductive reasoning starts with specific observations.

Deductive reasoning is based on emotions, while inductive reasoning is based on logic.

Deductive reasoning is faster than inductive reasoning.

Deductive reasoning is more creative than inductive reasoning.

Which of the following is an example of a logical fallacy?

All dogs are animals; therefore, all animals are dogs.

All dogs are animals; therefore, some animals are dogs.

All dogs are animals; therefore, no animals are dogs.

All dogs are animals; therefore, some animals are not dogs.

What is the role of evidence in reasoning?

To support claims and arguments

Which of the following best describes 'attack the man' fallacy?

Criticizing the person instead of the argument

Criticizing the argument instead of the person

Criticizing both the person and the argument

Ignoring both the person and the argument

What is the importance of logical reasoning in writing?

To ensure clarity and coherence

Reasoning

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English

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9th Grade

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Practice Problem

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Hard

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CCSS.RI.8.1, DOK Level 1: Recall, CCSS.RI.8.8

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Standards-aligned

Sarah Williams

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

To reach a conclusion with very few facts.

overgeneralization

hasty generalization

attack the man

circular reasoning

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

a conclusion drawn from too little evidence

over-generalization

hasty generalization

circular reasoning

attack the man

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

My job interview did not go well. I'll never get a job.

overgeneralization

hasty generalization

attack the man

circular reasoning

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

The mayor's new program was developed by a fool

overgeneralization

hasty generalization

attack the man

circular reasoning

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

What is deductive reasoning?

Reasoning from specific cases to general principles

Reasoning from general principles to specific cases

Reasoning based on assumptions

Reasoning based on emotions

Answer explanation

Deductive reasoning involves starting with general principles and applying them to specific cases. This contrasts with inductive reasoning, which moves from specific instances to broader generalizations.

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DOK Level 1: Recall

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

The senator only supports this bill because he is corrupt.

over-generalization

hasty generalization

circular reasoning

attack the man

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CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

I sneezed after taking a bite of salad, so I must be allergic to something in it.

over-generalization

hasty generalization

circular reasoning

attack the man

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CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.11-12.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

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