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WorksheetsReview of Response Arguments
Total questions: 13
Worksheet time: 8mins
Which of the following are facts?
"Space exploration is
costly. It makes sense to use a cheaper method for now."
"Men and women traveling into space commands
respect and admiration, both nationally and internationally."
"The Apollo missions
encouraged many people to seek careers in the sciences."
"Why should
the government invest billions of dollars in a program with no real urgency?"
"Both the U.S. government and businesses have
been able to patent and generate revenue from [space program] inventions."
Which of the following is probably most important to Michael Williams?
American bravery
protecting human life
innovation
inspiration
Which of the following is probably most important to Mark Scarborough?
innovation
protecting human life
investment in the future
inspiration
What would Joon Kim and Sylvia Johnson most likely agree is important?
American bravery
protecting human life
innovation
using resources wisely
Which author relies mostly on ethos to argue we should send humans to space?
Mark Scarborough
Sylvia Johnson
Nora Jensen
Isabel Flores
Which are examples of logos?
"You did not mention how often space
exploration actually creates unexpected value for both the government and
businesses. Meeting the challenge of sustaining fragile humans in inhospitable
environments requires innovation."
"In order to remain a global leader, a nation must be brave, fearless, and
willing to take risks. That means America needs to continue to lead the way in space exploration with human astronauts."
"It makes sense to use a cheaper method for now. Robot missions can
determine whether a planet is even worth exploring before committing more resources. Manned programs can cost tens or hundreds of times more than robotic
ones."
"Every time we launch a spacecraft with astronauts aboard we put their lives in
danger, and too many astronauts have died already. Space exploration is important,
but protecting and preserving human life should always be the priority."
Select the opinions in Joon Kim's argument.
"Manned programs can cost tens or hundreds of times more than robotic
ones."
"This plan for future space exploration seems very practical."
"Space exploration is
costly."
"Using robots helps scientists use their resources more wisely."
A fact is
neither true or false - express a belief, attitude, judgment, or feeling
a statement that can be proven with evidence
An opinion is
neither true or false - express a belief, attitude, judgment, or feeling
a statement that can be proven with evidence
Sylvia Johnson believes money should be spent on important government services instead of manned space travel. Which sentence from her argument most strongly supports this?
"Limiting the cost of space exploration would allow the U.S. government to
invest more money in programs with more urgent need."
"Why should
the government invest billions of dollars in a program with no real urgency?"
"I think Mr. Lincoln is correct in prioritizing cheaper, unmanned space missions over
manned space exploration."
"Robot missions can
determine whether a planet is even worth exploring before committing more
resources."
Select the opinions in Isabel Flores's argument.
"Meeting the challenge of sustaining fragile humans in inhospitable
environments requires innovation."
"The Apollo program alone has led to many
innovations."
"These profits may
not equal the billions the government must invest in a particular space program, but
they are important investments in the country's economy."
"This plan for future space exploration seems very practical."
Isabel Flores believes space exploration is expensive but still a valuable investment for the country. Which sentence from her argument most strongly supports this?
"The Apollo program alone has led to many
innovations. They include new athletic shoes, solar panels, heart monitors,
pacemakers, and cordless tools."
"These profits may
not equal the billions the government must invest in a particular space program, but
they are important investments in the country's economy."
"America needs to continue to lead the way in space
exploration with human astronauts."
"Meeting the challenge of sustaining fragile humans in inhospitable
environments requires innovation."
Which arguments show evidence of logical fallacy?
"Every time we launch a spacecraft with astronauts aboard we put their lives in
danger, and too many astronauts have died already."
"The Apollo missions
encouraged many people to seek careers in the sciences."
"That money could be used to
provide better services to veterans or create more affordable housing."
"The only way for our country to advance is to proceed with bravery and fearlessness, and
that means sending American men and women, not robots, to explore space."
