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  1. Oct 2024
    1. Sometimes an argument points toward something worth considering even if it doesn’t convince us completely.

      This statement is true because when I read argumanative essays, I consider the author's argument and decide whether I agree with certain points or not.

    2. If we are assessing an argument that is developed over the course of one or more pages, there will be many related claims and reasons.

      This statement is accurate because when I read an essay, I notice all the claims and reasons, and when I write an essay, we need to include our reasons and claims. Which helps us understand what the essay or articles are about.

    3. We may not agree with all of the reasoning but may feel that the argument frames its topic in a useful way.

      I agree, sometimes I pick a specific topic because the argument can be helpful.

  2. Sep 2024
    1. Sometimes an argument asserts that there are only two or three options, when in fact there may be others.

      Sometimes, when I read arguments, I find out that there are more than three, and I don't always notice it. I might get confused thinking there's only one argument being made.

    2. If we see a general statement, we should ask ourselves whether it is always true or whether we can identify any case that doesn’t fit the pattern.

      We should definitely be cautious, as not all statements are always true. You can verify to see if it is true or not by looking at the details and patterns.

    3. The First Amendment guarantees the right of free speech to all Americans. Therefore, teachers have the right to express themselves freely in the classroom.

      I believe this statement is true because teachers should be able to express themselves, but to an extent. At the end of the day, they are teaching children.