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Perspectives and How Arguments Relate

Question 1
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If a writer argues that something must be true because it has not been proven false, which logical fallacy are they committing?

Question 2
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Which tactic should be avoided when trying to establish credibility in an argumentative essay?

Question 3
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Which stylistic choice is most likely to weaken an argument’s appeal to a logical audience?

Question 4
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Which example indicates circular reasoning in a political candidate’s campaign speech?

Question 5
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Which rhetorical strategy can undermine an author's credibility if the audience perceives it as overused or inappropriate for the context?

Question 6
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What kind of reasoning creates a parallel to illustrate a point?

Question 7
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In debating climate change policy, what flaw might arise if one side argues that there will be economic collapse without immediate action?

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Question 8
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1 mark

Which punctuation mark is correctly used to join two independent clauses?

Question 9
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What type of flawed reasoning is evident in an advertisement that suggests a product will make you happy simply because celebrities endorse it?

Question 10
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A politician states, 'During my term, crime rates have dropped significantly, therefore my policies are directly responsible for improving public safety.' What overlooked logical misstep might undermine this assertion?