Position, Perspective, and Bias
When revising an argumentative essay in light of new evidence suggesting that previous claims were overstated, which strategy would best adjust the argument?
Introducing counterarguments without acknowledging changes required by new evidence.
Strengthening the tone of certainty in the original claims regardless of contradictory evidence.
Qualifying language to moderate the strength of original claims while integrating new data.
Adding anecdotes to support the unchanged original claims despite new evidence.
How might an author adjust their argument in a persuasive speech when presented with new evidence that contradicts their original claim?
By acknowledging the new evidence and presenting counterarguments to maintain their stance.
By reiterating their original claim more forcefully to overshadow the new evidence.
By omitting the contradictory evidence entirely to strengthen their initial argument.
By changing the subject to avoid addressing the inconsistency in their argument.
In the context of adjusting an argument to address new evidence, why is it important to consider the potential biases in the new evidence?
Strengthening the original claims without considering new evidence
Ignoring the potential impact of new evidence on the argument
Disregarding potential biases helps maintain the original claims
Recognizing potential biases helps evaluate the reliability and validity of the new evidence
Why would an author include statistical data in an argument?
To introduce a new topic into the discussion
To make the text longer and more complex
To repeat what has already been said by other experts
To provide objective support for their points
What does incorporating new evidence into an argumentative essay primarily aim to do?
Strengthen the argument's credibility.
Introduce topics not relevant to the thesis.
Distract readers with unrelated facts.
Increase the word count arbitrarily.
For an op-ed writer critiquing reliance on fossil fuels, how might they revise their position if presented with substantial advancements in clean coal technology?
Fully endorse clean coal technology dismissing any further need for renewable energy sources.
Insist that all coal use remains detrimental irrespective of technological progress made towards cleanliness.
Acknowledge advancements but highlight remaining environmental concerns and renewable alternatives.
Exclude any mention of technology advancements maintaining prior critiques unaltered.
If an editor opts to substitute 'innovative solutions' for 'practical ones' in a discussion of the climate crisis, how does the implied message to the audience alter?
Highlights the importance of creativity in addressing global warming issues.
Reinforces the need for thinking outside the box when confronting environmental challenges.
Leads to understanding proposals may be novel yet untested rather than just feasible and grounded approaches.
Reaffirms the urgency of implementing immediate and effective actions to combat changes in the atmosphere.

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How might the historical context of the Women's Suffrage Movement in the early 20th century impact a writer's use of rhetorical techniques when arguing for gender equality?
A writer would likely ignore historical context completely, as it has minimal effect on argument strategies at that time.
The author might primarily use humor and irony to minimize the perceived threat of change in societal roles.
The writer may employ emotional appeals to shared values of liberty and justice to resonate with contemporary social ideals.
The writer could avoid emotional appeals, focusing solely on logical arguments to prevent alienating an audience unaccustomed to such activism.
In constructing an argument about workers' rights during the Industrial Revolution, how might a speaker adjust their rhetoric upon learning about recent factory legislation?
The speaker may choose not to reference any laws or legislation at all, relying purely on pathos through workers' stories.
They might incorporate ethos by citing recent laws as evidence of changing attitudes toward workers’ welfare.
They could dismiss any new laws as irrelevant, maintaining steadfast focus on worker testimonials only.
They might argue that new legislation shows no real improvement, thus sticking strictly to original condemnation without adjustment.
Which form of evidence often appeals to emotions and can personalize an argument?
Historical facts
Logical reasoning
A personal narrative or story
Statistical analysis