Classical Argument

The area of the argument that is high interest and draws the audience into the topic

• Exordium

• Background

• Partition

• Confirmation

• Refutation

The area of the argument where the speaker looks at the merits of the others’ perspectives yet maintains his/her position by proving these perspectives incorrect

• Background

• Confirmation

• So What

• Refutation

• Partition

The area(s) of the argument that support the claim presented by the speaker

• Exordium

• Confirmation

• So What

• Refutation

• Background

The area of the argument where the speaker focuses on presenting his or her claim after revealing what others have said about the topic at hand

• Exordium

• So What?

• Partition

• Refutation

• Background

an argument made to address likely objections

• support

• claim

• evidence

• counterargument

challenging the argument by addressing the position of someone who may not agree

• claim

• reason

• counterargument

• rebuttal

What should you address by thinking of what people will say contrary to your reasons?

• Support

• Counterargument

• Claim

• Defense

What is the main purpose of an argument?

• to entertain

• to inform

• to persuade

Why is it useful to construct arguments in a structured way?

• It requires less evidence

• It makes the argument more confusing

• It helps the reader follow and understand the argument better

• It allows the writer to avoid formulating counterarguments

Answer explanation

It helps the reader follow and understand the argument better

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

When constructing an argument, why is it important to use credible sources?

• Credible sources make the argument longer

• Credible sources add complexity to the argument

• Credible sources make the argument more believable and trustworthy

• Credible sources are easier to find

Answer explanation

Credible sources make the argument more believable and trustworthy.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept