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What is the purpose of evaluative statements?
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 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?
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?
What is the requisite for speaking and writing in a more appropriate and structured way?
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What is a common association with claims?
What is a common association with claims?
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What is the purpose of claims in texts such as opinion columns and position papers?
What is the purpose of claims in texts such as opinion columns and position papers?
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What is the key characteristic of a sound judgment?
What is the key characteristic of a sound judgment?
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What is a requisite for speaking and writing in a more appropriate and structured way?
What is a requisite for speaking and writing in a more appropriate and structured way?
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In what context are claims commonly used?
In what context are claims commonly used?
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What do evaluative statements aim to show?
What do evaluative statements aim to show?
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