What are Traits of an academic argument? - ANS 1. They try to reinforce widely held beliefs
2. they try to analyze the subject at hand
3. they try to appeal to a broad audience
4. they emphasize emotion over logic
" My older sister keeps talking about how important it is to consider the rhetorical situation
before writing anything. Is it really necessary to do that though?"
What would you say to help this student? - ANS It is definitely necessary! Considering the
rhetorical situation will ensure that you write something effective and appropriate
Rank this thesis statement:
Many people believe NASA represents American innovation and drive for knowledge while
others consider it a waste of taxpayer dollars in a time of deepening economic debt - ANS
Better: it uses specific language
Rank this thesis statement:
Although some believe NASA is a luxury the United States cannot afford in fact the U.S
government must continue to fund NASA, a symbol of American innovation and thirst for
knowledge - ANS Best: The writer clearly states their position
Rank this thesis statement:
The issue of continuing funding for space exploration evokes different feelings in people - ANS
Poor: it does not use specific language
Why is the "best" thesis the best of the three? - ANS It is the only thesis that defines the author's
opinion on the subject
Rank this thesis statement:
Although many Americans think of human trafficking as a part of its pre-Civil War past, in face,
it's not and it should be stopped - ANS Better
Rank this thesis statement:
Human trafficking should be reduced, or even stopped, because in my opinion, it is a criminal
activity - ANS Poor
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