Analyze Arguments True/False

All arguments must have a conclusion.

• Some arguments may have multiple conclusions.

• Arguments are only valid if they are lengthy.

• All arguments can be true without a conclusion.

• True

A strong argument is always true.

• A strong argument is always persuasive

• A strong argument is always valid

• False

• A strong argument is never false

An argument can have premises that are false.

• True

• An argument must have true premises.

• An argument is only valid if all premises are true.

• An argument cannot have any premises.

The validity of an argument depends on its structure, not its content.

• False

• The content is more important than the structure.

• True

• Arguments are valid based on emotional appeal.

Emotional appeals are a valid form of argumentation.

• True

• Emotional appeals are always manipulative

• Only in specific contexts

• False

Counterarguments weaken the original argument.

• Counterarguments always strengthen the original argument.

• Counterarguments have no impact on the argument.

• Counterarguments are irrelevant to the argument.

• True

A sound argument is both valid and has true premises.

• A sound argument can be valid without true premises.

• A sound argument is valid but does not require true premises.

• True

• A sound argument is only valid if it has true premises.

Analyzing an argument involves identifying its components.

• Identifying the author's background and credentials.

• Summarizing the argument in one sentence.

• Identifying the main claim, supporting evidence, and reasoning.

• Evaluating the emotional appeal of the argument.

All persuasive writing is based on logical arguments.

• All persuasive writing must include personal anecdotes.

• False

• All persuasive writing is purely subjective.

• All persuasive writing is based on emotional appeals.

An argument can be valid even if its conclusion is false.

• A valid argument guarantees a true conclusion.

• All valid arguments must have true conclusions.

• An argument cannot be valid if its conclusion is false.

• True