Eng 1a Quiz 1

Based on the Lecture and Instruction pages in this module, all of the following statements help define how we discuss "Rhetoric" in an academic setting, specifically academic writing, except. . . . (In other words, which of these statements is not the best definition of "Rhetoric" as it pertains to our discussion and application of it?) ("the art of persuasion," the words, language, and techniques used to convey a persuasive message, strategic choices and approaches to communication, tools to change the way you think about your writing and the way you write)

"empty talk" or "meaningless words"

According to the first part of the "Introduction" in E-Textbook Practical Argument in Achieve, which of the following are not formal arguments?

All of the options are correct. (quarrels, denial of another's position, propaganda)

Based on the Lecture and Instruction pages in this module, identifying and understanding the "Context" of a "Rhetorical Situation" is important because . . .

Both of the answers are correct. (Thinking about context helps us be aware of when something was written and how that time period may have impacted the text, Thinking about context helps us be aware of why a writer might have chosen to focus on a particular topic)

According to the second part of the "Introduction" in E-Textbook Practical Argument in Achieve, all of the following statements describes the connection between elements of the Rhetorical Triangle except. . . (In other words, which of these statements does not accurately describe the connection between elements of the Rhetorical Triangle?) (Logos focuses on the text, Ethos focuses on the writer, Pathos focuses on the audience)

Ethos focuses on the audience.

Based on the Lecture and Instruction pages in this module, all of the following statements relate to "Making Inferences" except . . . (In other words, which of these statements is not an aspect of "Making Inferences" ?) (Interpreting clues, Identifying implicit ideas, Reading between the lines, Drawing a conclusion based on background knowledge, evidence, and reasoning)

Identifying explicit ideas

Based on the Lecture and Instruction pages in this module, Critical Thinking involves all of the following except. . . . (In other words, which of these statements does not accurately describe aspects of Critical Thinking?) (It involves keeping an open mind and challenging preconceived ideas, It involves disciplined thinking that is clear, rational, open-minded, and informed by evidence, It involves evaluating the information and evidence)

It is the same as criticism.

According to the first part of the "Introduction" in E-Textbook Practical Argument in Achieve, which of the following qualities must a statement have to be a suitable argument?

It must be debatable.

Based on the Lecture and Instruction pages in this module, when "Evaluating" a text as part of the Critical Reading and Thinking Process, you might do all of the following except. . . . (In other words, which of these statements does not accurately describe the "Evaluating part of the Critical Reading and Thinking Process?) (Consider any information they might have left out so they wouldn't contradict their own position, Consider if their conclusions are based on facts or opinons, Consider if the opinions are justifiable, Consider if there any logical flaws, Examine the information closely and ask questions, Consider what evidence they use to support their ideas, Consider if the facts are relevant and accurate)

Look for information that only agrees with your own viewpoints and perspectives.

Based on the Lecture and Instruction pages in this module, all of the following statements describe what Critical Thinking is NOT except. . . . (In other words, which of these statements IS an attribute of Critical Thinking?) (Believing everything you read, Going along with the group, Memorizing)

Skepticism

According to the first part of the "Introduction" in E-Textbook Practical Argument in Achieve, the five parts of the Rhetorical Situation includes all of the following except . . . (writer, context, purpose, question, audience)

Source

Based on the Lecture and Instruction pages in this module, all of the following are connected to effective "Analysis" except. . . . (In other words, which of these statements is not an effective aspect or strategy of "analysis")? (Breaking down information or components into parts, Uncovering relationships among those parts, Determining motives, causes, and underlying assumpions, Making inferences and finding evidence to support generalizations, Acknowledging one's own bias and pre-conceived notions, Suspending judgement, Uncovering relationships among those parts)

Sticking with the conclusions you've already reached before reading because judgement is where you will end up anyway.

According to the second part of the "Introduction" in E-Textbook Practical Argument in Achieve, all of the following are one of the Means of Persuasion that Aristotle identifies as essential to persuading a listener or writer except . . . (In other words, which of this is not one of Aristotle's identified Means of Persuasion)? (ethos, pathos, logos)

Thanos

Based on the Lecture and Instruction pages in this module, all of the following describes Critical Thinkers except. . . . (In other words, which of these is not a characteristic associated with Critical Thinkers?) (They ask pertinent questions, They are ususally curious and reflective people, They are willing to examine their own beliefs, They evaluate statements and arguments, They are fair-minded and open to changing their mind, They enjoy learning and seeking new knowledge)

They rely on quick, first-order level thinking

According to the first part of the "Introduction" in E-Textbook Practical Argument in Achieve, how would you finish the following sentence? An academic argument . . .

takes a stand, presents evidence, and uses logic.

According to the first part of the "Introduction" in E-Textbook Practical Argument in Achieve, one part of the Rhetorical Situation is the "Context." When specifically considering the "Context" of a piece, you might be including all of the following except . . . (historical, cultural, social, and political events, when and where the piece was written)

writer's bias or agenda