Assumptions and Justifications

Choose the right assumption: I saw a man with a guitar case waiting at the bus stop

• I imagine that he's on his way to a gig or a music class.

• One could assume that he's training for a skateboarding competition.

• It might be the case that he's a professional photographer or a photography enthusiast.

• I would venture to guess that he is a commissioned artist creating public art.

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Please find the correct assumption about the following sentence/situation: . There’s a person who spends hours in the library reading historical books

• I would venture to guess that she is a commissioned artist creating public art.

• She is letting herself be in a quiet space and work hard.

• It could be inferred that they are a historian or a student researching for a thesis.

• You need to approach her and have a chat with her.

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Please choose a sentence that best describes an assumption about the following sentence: A woman brings her dog to the park every day and trains it with various commands.

• It's possible that they enjoy the exercise and fresh air as part of their routine.

• There is always someone in this park trying to do interesting things.

• It is conceivable that she's working on a novel or a major project.

• It's plausible that she's preparing her dog for an obedience competition or show..

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Which of the following is the definition of categorical claim?

• Assumptions about all members of a group or all of a certain type of thing; can be misleading 

• Overstating something; stretching the truth

• Making an unfair, too broad assumption about a person or a group of people.

• When you focus and attack someone's personality, character, or other qualities instead of the opponents supporting evidence.

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Choose the right assumption: A man is seen reading a book on philosophy in a coffee shop.

• He is likely preparing for a philosophy exam or class.

• He is probably planning a vacation.

• He might be a professional athlete.

• He is definitely a chef.

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Please find the correct assumption about the following sentence: A woman is frequently seen sketching in the park.

• She is likely an artist or art student.

• She is probably a professional dancer.

• She might be a chef.

• She is definitely a scientist.

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Choose a sentence that best describes an assumption about the following situation: A person is always seen with a camera at events.

• They are likely a photographer or photography enthusiast.

• They are probably a chef.

• They might be a musician.

• They are definitely a doctor.

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Which of the following is the definition of a logical fallacy?

• A flaw in reasoning that weakens an argument.

• A type of music genre.

• A style of painting.

• A method of cooking.

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Choose the correct justification for the following statement: Reading regularly improves vocabulary.

• Reading exposes individuals to new words and contexts.

• Reading is a form of exercise.

• Reading is a social activity.

• Reading is a type of cooking.

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What is the assumption in the following sentence: A student spends hours in the library every day.

• The student is likely studying for exams or working on assignments.

• The student is probably playing video games.

• The student might be cooking.

• The student is definitely dancing.

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