Question 1: Identify the grammatical errors in the sentence: 'Effective argumentation involves understanding opposing views and respond thoughtfully.'

Answer: The verb 'respond' should be 'responds' to match the subject 'argumentation.'

Question 2: Rewrite the following sentence to correct the misuse of evidence: 'He used a weak source to support his argument, which makes his point less convincing.'

Answer: Students should revise the sentence to clarify or strengthen the evidence presented, such as: 'He used unreliable sources to support his argument, which undermines his position.'

Question 3: Which of the following is a logical fallacy often made in debates? Options: [a] Cause and effect [b] Straw man [c] Alliteration [d] Metaphor

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Question 4: Find and correct the grammatical mistake: 'The evidence was presented clearly and convincingly, but the opposing side's argument was weak and unconvincing.'

Answer: No grammatical errors; the sentence is correct.

Question 5: Identify the rhetorical device used in the statement: 'We cannot allow this to happen, or else the consequences will be disastrous.'

Answer: This uses a causation or warning technique, but specifically, it employs a logical consequence argument (a form of causal reasoning).

Question 6: Correct the error in the following sentence: 'Opposing views are important, but you must always agree with the majority opinion.'

Answer: The sentence suggests conformity; a correction could be: 'Opposing views are important, even if they differ from the majority opinion.'

Question 7: List two techniques to effectively counter an opposing argument during a debate.

Answer: Providing strong evidence and respectfully refuting the opposing points.

Question 8: Analyze the use of logical fallacy in this statement: 'Everyone agrees that this is the best choice, so it must be right.'

Answer: Students should identify this as an appeal to popularity (bandwagon fallacy) and discuss how it weakens argument validity.