Authors give ____ to support their claims. A) evidence B) logical fallacy C) reasons

The writer's position or opinion on an issue is called... A) claim B) evidence C) reasons

Which is NOT a reason to give in an argument? A) change viewpoints B) to win C) to bring about change

"Mom, EVERYONE has the new iPhone, that's why I need one too." This is an example of... A) analogy B) bandwagon C) loaded language

Claim or Not a Claim: Dogs are better than cats.

Which one is an example of slippery slope? A) If I don't pass the test, then I will end up failing out of high school and eventually become homeless. B) If I fail this test I will have another opportunity to show my understanding

True or False: I am ready for the test

Claim or Not a Claim: Banning semi-automatic weapons would reduce mass shootings.

If everyone believes it, you should too! This is called... A) bandwagon B) analogy C) loaded language

An _____ is a claim that is support by reasons and evidence. A) argument B) counterargument C) excuse

Disproves the opposing viewpoint and explains why the writer's position is better is called? A) claim B) evidence C) counterclaim

General beliefs that categorize whole groups of people, is called... A) analogy B) sweeping generalization C) loaded generalization