Question

1. an author argues: we must ban cell phones because one student once used a phone to cheat. this is an example of--

a) strong logic
b) a hasty generalization
c) a valid analogy
d) ethical reasoning

1. why is rhetorical analysis important when evaluating an argument?

a) it identifies the authors grammar choices
b) it reveals whether persuasive techniques are effective
c) it tells how long the text is
d) it proves the authors bias is always correct

1. if an author supports a claim with irrelevant evidence, the argument is--

a) strengthened
b) weakened
c) unaffected
d) proven true

vocabulary / word study (ela ela.or.7la, 8.1c)

1. in the sentence, the students response was articulate. what does articulate most likely mean?

a) silent
b) clear and effective in speech
c) rude
d) short

1. which context clue strategy is used when the text says, the arboretum, or tree garden, opened last week?

a) definition
b) synonym
c) antonym
d) inference

name: ___________________________
block: ____________

1. which word has multiple meanings depending on context?

a) book
b) orange
c) light
d) all of the above

Explanation:

1. The argument uses one isolated case to make a broad rule, which is hasty generalization.
2. Rhetorical analysis examines persuasive methods to judge their effectiveness in an argument.
3. Irrelevant evidence does not support the claim, weakening the argument's validity.
4. "Articulate" describes a response that is clear and effective in verbal expression.
5. The text directly defines "arboretum" as "tree garden", using a definition context clue.
6. "Book" (a written work / to reserve), "Orange" (a fruit / a color), "Light" (illumination / not heavy) all have multiple context-dependent meanings.

Answer:

1. b) A hasty generalization
2. b) It reveals whether persuasive techniques are effective
3. b) weakened
4. b) Clear and effective in speech
5. a) Definition
6. d) All of the above