Ch.1-7 Questions

Chapter 1
Which of the following is not needed in an argument?
a. justification of claims
b. anger
c. truth seeking
d. persuasion

Chapter 2
When reading an argument it is important to read as a__________________ and a _______________.

Chapter 3
Name 5 different people who write arguments.
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Chapter 4
Effective arguments consider all three points on the rhetorical triangle. These three points are
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Chapter 5
Successful arguments require just three components: a claim, a reason, and grounds. If there is any chance that the audience might have doubts you should include,
a. a warrant
b. backing
c. a because clause
d. a joke

Chapter 6
A writer might use “evidence” to support the argument. Which of the following would not be considered “evidence”
a. experimental findings
b. survey data
c. a blood stain
d. statistics

Chapter 7
Arguments are more persuasive if readers trust the credibility or the writer. What else can the writer do to make the argument more persuasive?
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Answers
1. b. anger
2. believer, doubter
3. Examples would be: Lobbyists, advocacy groups, legislators, government officials, business professionals, lawyers, judges, media commentators, scholars, citizens, etc.
4. message, audience, writer/speaker
5. b. backing
6. c. a blood stain
7. Examples: The writer can appeal to the readers’ hearts and imaginations as well as their intellects. Sometimes images such as drawings or photographs may reinforce the argument by evoking strong emotional responses.