Claims and Counterclaims Quiz
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What is the purpose of evaluative statements?

  • To show the strengths and weaknesses of something (correct)
  • To persuade others with unsupported claims
  • To provide vague comments
  • To present unrelated opinions
  • In what context are claims commonly used?

  • In fictional storytelling only
  • In casual conversations only
  • In academic research only
  • When a stand or position is required (correct)
  • What is the key characteristic of a sound judgment?

  • Dependent on popular opinion
  • Backed up by valid reasons or proofs (correct)
  • Unrelated to the topic being judged
  • Based on emotions and personal beliefs
  • What is the requisite for speaking and writing in a more appropriate and structured way?

    <p>Formulating after careful and critical reading</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common association with claims?

    <p>Assertions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of claims in texts such as opinion columns and position papers?

    <p>Convincing others to support ideas and positions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key characteristic of a sound judgment?

    <p>Backed up by valid reasons or proofs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a requisite for speaking and writing in a more appropriate and structured way?

    <p>Grasping the essence of the text</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what context are claims commonly used?

    <p>Wherein a stand or position is required</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do evaluative statements aim to show?

    <p>The strengths and weaknesses of something</p> Signup and view all the answers

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