Argumentation and Rhetoric Quiz

What is the purpose of an argument in college settings according to the text?

• To solve a practical problem

• To shut down a conversation

• To illuminate, expand, and further inform a debate

• To assert dominance over the opposition

What is an ad hominem attack?

• A logical reasoning

• A statistical evidence

• An attack on a person's character

• A supportable claim

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.11-12.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

What role does pathos play in an argument?

• It provides logical evidence

• It evokes an emotional response

• It ensures factual accuracy

• It presents statistical data

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

What is the purpose of linking sentences in a paragraph?

• To introduce new topics

• To create cohesion after textual evidence

• To summarize the essay

• To confuse the reader

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What is the primary goal of the Rogerian method in argumentation?

• To win the argument

• To build common ground

• To ignore counterarguments

• To present only one viewpoint

What is strengthened by understanding different points of view according to the Rogerian method?

• Your ability to argue

• Your own position

• Your emotional response

• Your writing speed

What does the text suggest about having counterarguments?

• It means your argument is weak

• It is a sign of a strong argument

• It should be avoided

• It is unnecessary

What is the benefit of responding to counterarguments?

• It weakens your argument

• It strengthens your argument

• It makes your paper longer

• It confuses the reader

What is necessary if the counterargument acknowledges evidence that threatens your argument?

• Ignore the evidence

• Explain why the evidence does not invalidate your claim

• Accept the evidence

• Change your claim

According to the author, how is academic policy debate similar to sports?

• It involves physical activity

• It is judged and has rules

• It requires teamwork

• It is a solo activity