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What does the rich man complain about in the court case?

  • The poor family's loud noise
  • His children being unwell
  • The poor family's cooking smell
  • His wealth being stolen (correct)

What is the primary method the poor father uses to pay the rich man?

  • Collecting food
  • Collecting coins (correct)
  • Apologizing for the theft
  • Offering services

Which theme is predominantly explored in 'My Father Goes to Court'?

  • Adventure
  • Romantic relationships
  • Nature and environment
  • Justice and integrity (correct)

What reaction does the judge have at the end of the court case?

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What is indicated by the physical condition of the rich man's children?

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What is a value statement?

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Which type of bias is described as the tendency to favor information that confirms existing beliefs?

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What best describes the concept of 'prejudice'?

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How does the halo effect influence our opinions?

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Which of the following statements is an example of a policy statement?

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What is the key feature of affinity bias?

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What is the first component of an argument?

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Which of the following is NOT a common cause of bias affecting perception?

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What does anchoring bias primarily impact during decision-making?

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Which component of an argument provides justification for the reasons presented?

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What is primarily characteristic of oral arguments?

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Which component answers the question, 'What do you have to believe to justify the claim?'?

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What is a significant advantage of written arguments over oral arguments?

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Which of the following is NOT considered a component of an argument?

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How do titles and subtitles enhance written arguments?

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Relevance in an argument often pertains to which aspect?

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Flashcards

Fact

Anything that has actually happened and can be backed up with evidence.

Opinion

A personal opinion or belief that may not be based on facts.

Bias

An unfair preference for one thing over another.

Anchoring Bias

Judging something based on the first thing you learn about it.

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Confirmation Bias

Seeking out information that confirms your existing beliefs.

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Conformity Bias

Following the crowd instead of thinking for yourself.

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Affinity Bias

Favoritism towards people who seem like you.

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Halo Effect

Letting one positive thing about someone cloud your judgment of everything else.

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Truthfulness

The ability to accurately represent reality or truth, often involving analysis of the source or origin.

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Humor as a Tool

A literary technique where humor is used to address serious issues or challenges.

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Social Class

The differences in social standing, resources, and opportunities between people.

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Cultural Identity

The unique characteristics and values of a particular group of people, like their traditions or language.

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Going to Court

A formal process where a court of law decides on a dispute or case.

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Argument

A series of statements used to persuade others of a viewpoint.

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Claim

A statement asserting the truth or value of something, or suggesting action.

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Reasons

Explanations that support a claim, making it more convincing.

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Support

Evidence that justifies the reasons given, providing logical support.

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Warrants

Underlying inferences connecting support and claim, often answered by "what do you have to believe for the support to justify the claim?"

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Oral Argument

Arguments where physical presence is key, relying on nonverbal communication.

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Written Argument

Arguments presented in writing, allowing for careful examination and review.

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Relevance

The relevance of information to the claim, both in terms of selection and organization.

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Study Notes

Fact and Opinion

  • A fact is something that has occurred and can be supported by evidence.
  • An opinion is a personal view or judgment that might not be supported by facts.

Classifications of Opinion

  • Value Statement: Expresses feelings about something (e.g., "English is an interesting subject").
  • Prediction Statement: Provides information about the future (e.g., "I will pass this subject").
  • Policy Statement: A declaration of beliefs about what should be (e.g., advocating for a specific rule).

Bias

  • Bias is a tendency to favour one thing over another, often unfairly.

Five Common Types of Bias

  • Anchoring Bias: Reliance on the first piece of information received.
  • Confirmation Bias: Favouring information that confirms existing beliefs.
  • Conformity Bias: Tendency to follow the behavior of others.
  • Affinity Bias: An unconscious tendency towards people similar to oneself.
  • Halo Effect: Judging a person positively based on a single positive aspect.

How Bias Affects Decision Making

  • Bias affects perception, attitudes, behaviors, attention, listening skills, and micro-affirmations.

Prejudice

  • Prejudice is an unfair dislike for a person or group based on factors like race, sex, or religion. It's a preconceived opinion not based on actual experience.

Argument Components

  • Claims: Assertions about truth or value (what you want to defend).
  • Reasons: Explanations to support claims (elaboration on claim).
  • Support: Justification for reasons (evidence to support reasons).
  • Warrants: Underlying assumptions that link support to the claim (connecting the support to the claim).

Oral Arguments

  • Oral arguments involve physicality and risk of misinterpretation.
  • Spoken arguments can lose clarity and precision quickly.

Written Arguments

  • Written arguments are easier to revisit and are often clearer.
  • Titles and subtitles can help readers grasp the content.

Relevance

  • Relevance means something has a bearing on a topic or matter.

Truthfulness

  • Truthfulness is the state of being realistic and true to life.

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