Question 1

In an argument, what is the term used for evidence that directly contradicts an opposing viewpoint?

Accepted Answer

rebuttal

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concession

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claim

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counterargument

Question 2

What do we call a statement that an author believes to be true and uses as a basis for their argument?

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claim

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perspective

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thesis

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assumption

Question 3

What is the term for a reasoning approach that combines insights from multiple disciplines to address a complex problem?

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interdisciplinary

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quantitative

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qualitative

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credible

Question 4

What is it called when an author acknowledges a valid point in the opposing argument, thereby strengthening their own argument?

Accepted Answer

concession

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claim

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rebuttal

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bias

Question 5

What type of evidence includes numerical data and statistics to support an argument?

Accepted Answer

quantitative

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assumption

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bias

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qualitative

Question 6

What is the main assertion or a central argument that an author intends to prove in their writing called?

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thesis

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claim

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evidence

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counterargument

Question 7

What is the term for a bias that occurs when a person's perspectives or beliefs influence their interpretation of information?

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subjective bias

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analytical bias

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objective bias

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literal bias

Question 8

Which part of an argumentative essay presents opposing viewpoints and is used to challenge the author's thesis?

Accepted Answer

counterargument

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claim

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concession

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rebuttal

Question 9

What is the term for the logical structure that connects claims and evidence in an argument?

Accepted Answer

line of reasoning

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perspective

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thesis

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assumption

Question 10

What is the term for an unverified belief or statement that is taken for granted without proof in an argument?

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assumption

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thesis

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hypothesis

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claim

Question 11

What is the purpose of a counterargument in an argumentative essay?

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To acknowledge and address opposing viewpoints

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To introduce new evidence

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To strengthen the main argument

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To summarize the essay

Question 12

What does the term 'thesis' refer to in an academic essay?

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The main argument or claim of the essay

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The conclusion of the essay

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The list of references

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The introduction of the essay

Question 13

What is the significance of qualitative evidence in an argument?

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It provides depth and insight into experiences or opinions

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It focuses solely on statistical analysis

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It eliminates the need for a conclusion

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It offers numerical data to support claims

Question 14

What is bias in the context of argumentation?

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A tendency to favor one perspective over others

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A method of presenting only factual information

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A way to enhance the credibility of claims

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A technique for gathering evidence

Question 15

What is a rebuttal in an argumentative essay?

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An argument that addresses and counters opposing viewpoints

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A summary of the main points

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A conclusion that reiterates the thesis

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An introduction to the topic

Question 16

What does 'line of reasoning' refer to in an argument?

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The logical flow and structure of the argument

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The conclusion drawn at the end

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The sources cited in the paper

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The emotional appeal of the argument

Question 17

What is an interdisciplinary approach?

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Combining methods and perspectives from multiple fields of study

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Focusing solely on one academic discipline

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Using only qualitative data

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Ignoring differing viewpoints

Question 18

What is a concession in an argumentative context?

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Acknowledging the validity of an opposing viewpoint

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Providing additional evidence to support the main claim

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Developing a strong thesis statement

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Ignoring counterarguments

Question 19

What is the role of evidence in supporting an argument?

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To provide factual support for claims made

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To introduce new topics unrelated to the main argument

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To summarize personal opinions

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To conclude the essay effectively

Question 20

What is the definition of 'credibility' in the context of sources used in an argument?

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The trustworthiness and reliability of the source

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The personal opinion of the author

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The length of the publication

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The popularity of the source

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