Regents English Argument and Research Skills

Question 1

On the Regents English exam, a 'claim' in an argumentative text is:

Accepted Answer

A position or assertion the author is trying to prove

Answer

A claim is the central assertion or position in an argument that the author aims to prove or defend using evidence and reasoning.

Question 2

What is the role of 'evidence' in an argumentative text on the Regents English exam?

Accepted Answer

To support and prove the central claim

Answer

Evidence consists of facts, statistics, examples, and expert opinions used to support and substantiate the central claim of an argument.

Question 3

Which type of evidence is considered most credible on the Regents English exam?

Accepted Answer

Peer-reviewed research, expert opinions, and data from reliable institutions

Answer

The most credible evidence comes from peer-reviewed research, qualified experts, and reliable institutions because it is verifiable and unbiased.

Question 4

On the Regents English exam, what is a 'logical fallacy'?

Accepted Answer

An error in reasoning that weakens an argument

Answer

A logical fallacy is a flaw or error in reasoning that undermines the logic and validity of an argument.

Question 5

What does it mean to 'evaluate the credibility of a source' on the Regents English exam?

Accepted Answer

Assessing whether the source is reliable, accurate, and unbiased

Answer

Evaluating source credibility means assessing the reliability, accuracy, expertise, and potential bias of a source before using it as evidence.

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