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Which type of argument uses comparisons between events or individuals to draw conclusions?
Which type of argument uses comparisons between events or individuals to draw conclusions?
- Authority Arguments
- Definition Arguments
- Causal Arguments
- Analogical Arguments (correct)
Authority arguments rely solely on personal opinions without citing other authors.
Authority arguments rely solely on personal opinions without citing other authors.
False (B)
What type of argument is primarily concerned with explaining causes?
What type of argument is primarily concerned with explaining causes?
Causal Arguments
A ______ argument provides explanations of terms or concepts.
A ______ argument provides explanations of terms or concepts.
Match the type of argument to its description:
Match the type of argument to its description:
What is a key component that strengthens a persuasive argument?
What is a key component that strengthens a persuasive argument?
Myths and historical facts are presented as entirely separate in historical narratives.
Myths and historical facts are presented as entirely separate in historical narratives.
What role does the author's perspective play in crafting a text?
What role does the author's perspective play in crafting a text?
A strong conclusion should summarize the main argument and address the impact of the ______.
A strong conclusion should summarize the main argument and address the impact of the ______.
Match the following concepts with their descriptions:
Match the following concepts with their descriptions:
Flashcards
Analogical Argument
Analogical Argument
Comparing events or individuals to support a conclusion.
Authority Argument
Authority Argument
Using others' ideas to support your argument.
Causal Argument
Causal Argument
Explaining the reason for something.
Definition Argument
Definition Argument
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Types of Arguments
Types of Arguments
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Myths and Facts
Myths and Facts
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Author's Perspective
Author's Perspective
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Strong Argument
Strong Argument
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Counter-arguments
Counter-arguments
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Text Structure
Text Structure
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Study Notes
Types of Arguments
- Arguments by analogy: Establish comparisons between individuals to draw logical conclusions
- Arguments based on the ideas of other authors: Use ideas or concepts from other authors to support a claim
- Arguments based on examples: Explain the concept, using examples to clarify the meaning.
- Arguments based on definitions: Provide explanations to clarify the definitions of terms used in an argument.
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Description
This quiz covers various types of arguments, including arguments by analogy, those based on other authors' ideas, examples, and definitions. Test your understanding of how these different forms of reasoning work and their purposes in logical discourse.
