Argument 8.R.2.4

Which type of reasoning is used when an argument is based on specific examples to support a general conclusion?

• • D) Circular reasoninA

• • B) Analogical reasoning

• • B) Inductive reasoninC

• • D) Deductive reasoning

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CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

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CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

What is the effectiveness of using deductive reasoning in an argument?

• • A) It provides a broad and general conclusion based on specific examples.

• • B) It ensures the conclusion is logically valid if the premises are true.

• • C) It compares two similar cases to draw a conclusion.

• • D) It repeats the same point without providing evidence.

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CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

How can an argument be improved if it relies heavily on emotional appeals?

• A) By using circular reasoning to reinforce the argument

• B) By removing all emotional language and focusing solely on opinion

• • C) By adding more emotional language to strengthen the appeal.

• • D) By incorporating logical evidence and factual data to support the claims.

  
  

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CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.7.8

What type of reasoning is used when an argument compares two similar situations to draw a conclusion?

• • A) Deductive reasoning

• • B) Inductive reasoning

• • C) Analogical reasoning

• • D) Circular reasoning

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CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.7.8

Which type of reasoning is least effective when the premises are not logically connected to the conclusion?

• • A) Deductive reasoning

• • B) Inductive reasoning

• • C) Analogical reasoning

• • D) Circular reasoning

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CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.7.8

How can an argument be improved if it lacks sufficient evidence?

• • A) By adding more opinions and personal anecdotes.

• • B) By incorporating credible sources and factual data to support the claims.

• • C) By using more emotional appeals to persuade the audience.

• • D) By repeating the main point multiple times.

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CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

What is the impact of using analogical reasoning in an argument?

• • A) It provides a broad and general conclusion based on specific examples.

• • B) It ensures the conclusion is logically valid if the premises are true.

• • C) It helps the audience understand the argument by comparing it to a familiar situation.

• • D) It repeats the same point without providing evidence.

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CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.7.8

Which method can improve the clarity and effectiveness of an argument?

• • A) Using vague and ambiguous language.

• • B) Providing clear definitions and explanations of key terms.

• • C) Relying solely on emotional appeals.

• • D) Using circular reasoning.

Why is reasoning important in an argument?

• It restates the claim.

• It provides a summary of the argument.

• It explains how the evidence connects to the claim.

• It introduces new evidence.

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CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

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What is a claim in an argumentative essay?

• A question that the essay seeks to answer

• The main point or stance that the writer is trying to prove

• A piece of evidence supporting the main argument

• The conclusion of the essay