Argument

Question 1

Thesis Statements

Answer 1

• Open
• Closed
• Counter
• Qualified

Question 2

Claims

Answer 2

• Fact
• Policy
• Value

Question 3

Argument Types

Answer 3

• Evaluation
• Fact
• Proposal
• Definition

Question 4

Argument Styles

Answer 4

Oration
Rogerian
Flip It

Question 5

Evidence Types

Answer 5

REHUCOF

Question 6

Concession and Refutation: Definitions

Styles of Conceding and Refuting

Answer 6

Rogerian
Flip it
Classical

Question 7

Argument Type: Fact

Answer 7

Involves proving or disproving a statement with specific evidence or testimony.

Question 8

Argument Type: Evaluation

Answer 8

present criteria and then measure individual people, ideas, or things against those standards. Looking at both qualitative and quantitative evidence.

Question 9

Argument Type: Proposal

Answer 9

Should or Should not Arguments.

To do or not to do.

Question 10

Argument Type: Definition

Answer 10

requires an Orator to argue whether an issue or topic that is being debated fits under the understood definition of a term OR argue whether that definition should be modified or interpreted differently…

Question 11

Definition Arg. Ex.

Answer 11

Can a human being be “illegal”?

Question 12

Evaluation Arg. Ex

Answer 12

award show, grading tests

Question 13

Open Thesis

Answer 13

A main assertion/claim that does not limit or preview your points.

Question 14

Closed Thesis

Answer 14

it limits and previews the number of minor claims a writer intends to make.

Question 15

Counter Thesis

Answer 15

A concession made to the other side, usually qualified by “although” or “but”, precedes the writer’s opinion. Immediately addresses the counter-argument,

Question 16

Qualification Thesis

Answer 16

If your answer is, “Yes, I always believe this is true…” then great–your claim doesn’t need any qualification. However, if your answer is “No, only when/if/etc…” then it does need to be qualified.

To qualify a claim means to limit. Qualifiers are essential for two reasons: a) They allow you to take a more middle road position b) Make your claims more factually accurate.

Qualification: words like “some” or “many” or “most” or “often” etc that differentiate claim from “all” or “always”.

Question 17

Open Thesis Ex

Answer 17

Main Claim is true because it proves, shows, or demonstrates something.

The popularity of the Harry Potter series demonstrates that simplicity trumps complexity when it comes to the taste of readers, both young and old.

Question 18

Closed Thesis Ex

Answer 18

Main Claim is true because minor claim +minor claim + minor claim

Harry Potter series are not only legendary children’s books but enduring literary classics, because of the three-dimensional characters, exciting plot, and complex themes.

Question 19

Counter Thesis Ex

Answer 19

Agreement/or Concession to the other side BUT Author’s main claim/argument.

Although the Harry Potter series may have some literary merit, its popularity has less to do with storytelling than with merchandising.

Question 20

REHUCOF

Answer 20

Reading
Entertainment
History
Universal Truths
Current events
Observations (personal)
Facts

Question 21

Policy Claim

Answer 21

Anytime you propose a change.Generally begins with a definition of the problem.

Question 22

Fact Claim

Answer 22

Assert that something is true or not true. Facts only become arguable when they are questioned, cause controversy, challenge beliefs.

Question 23

Value Claim

Answer 23

Most Common type of Claim, which argues good vs bad, right vs wrong, desirable vs undesirable.

Question 24

Rogerian

Answer 24

You describe an issue, a problem or a conflict in terms rich
enough to show that you fully understand and respect any alternative
position(s)
• Contexts: You describe the contexts in which alternative positions may be
valid.
• Writer’s Position: You state your position on the issue and present the
circumstances in which that opinion would be valid.
• Benefits to Opponent: You explain to opponents how they would benefit from adopting your position.

Question 25

Classical Oration

Answer 25

Introduction: Gains Readers’ interest and willingness to listen, Establishes your qualifications to write about the topic, Establishes some common ground with your audience, Demonstrates that you’re fair. States your claim.

Alt Arguments: Considers the other side. Offers advantages and disadvantages of that side. Why your view is better.

Conclusion: Summarize the Arg. Elaborate the implications of your claim. Reinforce your Cred.