Question 1
According to the authors, judgments of faith __________.
have no place in logical reasoning
should be warranted
should have no reasons supporting them
always result in religious conflict
Question 2
The conclusion of an argument is __________.
a sentence that gives a reason why something is true
a way to wrap up an argument without hostility
the point in time at which the argument ends
the claim that is supported by the argument
Question 3
Is the following an argument or an explanation?
The reason it is so hot lately is that the wind has been coming from the south.
Argument
Explanation
Both of these
None of these
Question 4
Which of the following is not one of the reasons given by the authors that language is important?
It can improve our sensory abilities like taste.
It is the best means for expressing our thoughts and clarifying ideas.
It can make a difference in our lives if we use it in its optimal form.
It helps to prove our intellectual superiority.
Question 5
Which of the following is a claim?
Calculate the velocity of the alpha particle.
Did you calculate the velocity of the alpha particle?
Awesome!
Alpha particles are bare protons.