6.3 Examining the Use of Evidence and Reasoning

• In rhetorical argumentation, evidence refers to the facts, data, examples, or other information used to support a claim or argument
• Match the type of evidence with its description:

  Factual Evidence ↔️ Objective data, statistics, or verifiable information

  Anecdotal Evidence ↔️ Personal experiences, observations, or case studies
• Evidence must be credible and relevant to be effective in supporting an argument.


  True
• Match the type of evidence with its description:

  Factual Evidence ↔️ Objective data, statistics, or other verifiable information

  Anecdotal Evidence ↔️ Personal experiences, observations, or case studies

  Expert Testimony ↔️ Statements or insights from credible sources
• When analyzing the effectiveness of evidence, consider its credibility, relevance, and sufficiency
• Weak evidence can undermine the credibility of an argument.

  True
• Match the type of evidence with its description:

  Factual Evidence ↔️ Objective data, statistics, or other verifiable information

  Anecdotal Evidence ↔️ Personal experiences, observations, or case studies

  Expert Testimony ↔️ Opinions, statements, or insights from credible sources
• When analyzing the effectiveness of evidence, consider its credibility, relevance, and sufficiency
• Some common patterns of reasoning include deductive, inductive, causal, and analogical
• Inductive reasoning builds a general conclusion from specific observations or examples
• Analyzing patterns of reasoning can reveal the underlying logic
• Deductive reasoning starts with a general premise and logically deduces a specific outcome
• Ad hominem involves attacking the person making the argument rather than the argument itself.


  True
• The slippery slope fallacy argues that a small first step will inevitably lead to disastrous consequences.


  True
• In rhetorical argumentation, evidence is used to support a claim
• Anecdotal evidence refers to personal experiences or case
• Expert testimony involves statements from credible sources.


  True
• When analyzing the effectiveness of evidence, consider its credibility, relevance, and sufficiency
• Factual data from reputable sources is considered highly credible evidence.


  True
• Credible evidence comes from reliable sources and logically supports the argument
• What does deductive reasoning involve in rhetorical analysis?

  Applying general principles
• Match the pattern of reasoning with its description:

  Deductive Reasoning ↔️ General to specific

  Inductive Reasoning ↔️ Specific to general

  Causal Reasoning ↔️ Cause-and-effect relationships

  Analogical Reasoning ↔️ Drawing comparisons
• Causal reasoning establishes a cause-and-effect relationship
• Inductive reasoning provides certain conclusions if the premises are true.

  False
• Credibility of evidence is essential for a balanced rhetorical argument.

  True
• What does expert testimony contribute to an argument?

  Professional insight
• Weak or irrelevant evidence can undermine the strength of the argument
• Factual evidence is based on opinions or personal experiences.

  False
• Arrange the following logical reasoning patterns in their logical sequence:

  1️⃣ Deductive Reasoning

  2️⃣ Inductive Reasoning

  3️⃣ Causal Reasoning

  4️⃣ Analogical Reasoning
• Common logical fallacies include ad hominem attacks, straw man arguments, and slippery slope arguments
• What is the primary requirement for evidence used in rhetorical texts?

  Credibility and relevance
• Analogical reasoning involves drawing comparisons to make arguments
• What are logical fallacies in rhetorical arguments?

  Flaws in reasoning
• Effective evidence enhances the credibility and persuasiveness of an argument.


  True
• Expert testimony refers to opinions or statements from credible, authoritative sources
• When analyzing rhetorical texts, it is important to identify the types of evidence
• Weak or irrelevant evidence can undermine the strength of a rhetorical argument.


  True
• Strong evidence enhances the persuasiveness of an argument.


  True
• When analyzing rhetorical texts, it's important to identify the types of evidence
• Effective evidence must be credible and relevant to strengthen an argument.


  True